Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Cheesecake: Indulge Guilt-Free!
A delicious and guilt-free chocolate hazelnut protein cheesecake that satisfies your sweet tooth while providing a healthy dose of protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup hazelnut spread
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed hazelnuts for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, hazelnut spread, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the chocolate protein powder and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased springform pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with crushed hazelnuts before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative and use agave syrup instead of honey.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Can be served with fresh berries for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg