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Protein Apple Cider Cheesecake Cups


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fall-inspired delight combining creamy cheesecake with refreshing apple cider and a protein punch from Greek yogurt.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup Apple Cider
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers (crushed)
  • 12 Chopped Apples

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Cups: Gather your serving cups (small mason jars or dessert cups).
  2. Make the Graham Cracker Base: Crush the graham crackers and mix with melted butter and a pinch of cinnamon. Press into the cups.
  3. Whip Up the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add apple cider, sweetener, vanilla, and cinnamon.
  4. Fold in the Apples: Gently mix in chopped apples.
  5. Layer the Ingredients: Layer the cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker base in the cups.
  6. Chill Out: Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.
  7. Serve and Enjoy!: Top with cinnamon or a drizzle of honey before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers or finely ground almonds as the base.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 225
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: cheesecake, fall dessert, apple cider, protein dessert, healthy treats