Protein-Packed Costco Salted Caramel Cheesecake
A healthier twist on the classic Costco Salted Caramel Cheesecake, packed with protein and rich in flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup protein powder
- ¾ cup light flour alternative (almond or coconut flour)
- ½ cup reduced-fat dairy (cream cheese or sour cream)
- 1–2 tsp salted caramel flavoring
- Optional topping or glaze of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine the light flour alternative and a sweetener in a mixing bowl, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Blend Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, reduced-fat dairy, and protein powder until smooth and creamy.
- Add salted caramel flavoring and adjust to taste.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for about 45 minutes until the edges are firm but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
Make sure to let the cheesecake set completely in the fridge for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: cheesecake, protein dessert, salted caramel, healthy dessert, gluten-free