Creamy Strawberry Protein Cheesecake Dessert Bowls

Ingredients

• 2 cupsCottage cheese (2% or 4%)
• 0.5 cupPlain Greek yogurt
• 2 scoopsStrawberry or vanilla protein powder
• 3 tablespoonsMaple syrup (or preferred sweetener)
• 1 teaspoonVanilla extract
• 1.5 cupsFresh strawberries, sliced
• 0.5 cupGraham cracker crumbs

Instructions

1. 1

   In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, protein powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure no lumps remain. This may take 1-2 minutes.

   ⏱ 2 min
2. 2

   Divide the graham cracker crumbs evenly among 4 individual dessert bowls or jars, creating a thin, even layer at the bottom of each.

   ⏱ 1 min
3. 3

   Spoon the creamy cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker crumbs in each bowl, distributing it evenly among the four portions.

   ⏱ 2 min
4. 4

   Generously top each dessert bowl with the sliced fresh strawberries.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   Serve immediately for a quick and fresh treat, or for a firmer, chilled dessert, cover the bowls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before enjoying.