Description
This healthy cheesecake no bake is rich, creamy, and naturally sweetened—with zero need for an oven! Made with Greek yogurt and light cream cheese, it’s a guilt-free dessert that’s low in sugar, high in protein, and perfect for warm days or quick make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
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1 cup rolled oats or almond flour
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2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
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1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
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Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
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1 cup light cream cheese (room temperature)
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¼ cup maple syrup, honey, or agave
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
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1 scoop unflavored or vanilla protein powder (optional)
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1 teaspoon gelatin or agar-agar (optional, for extra firmness)
Optional Toppings:
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Fresh berries
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Chia jam
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Crushed nuts
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Dark chocolate shavings
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Drizzle of nut butter or melted chocolate
Instructions
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Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine oats (or almond flour), melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Stir until it forms a moist crumb texture.
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Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined 6- or 7-inch springform pan. Use the back of a spoon to pack it firmly. Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
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Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add the sweetener, vanilla, lemon juice, zest (if using), and protein powder. Mix until fully combined.
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If using gelatin, dissolve it in 1–2 tablespoons of warm water and stir into the filling.
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Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight, until firm.
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Once set, remove from the pan and top with your choice of fresh berries, jam, or chopped nuts. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
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For vegan: Use coconut yogurt and vegan cream cheese. Use agar-agar instead of gelatin.
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Low-carb/Keto option: Use almond flour for the crust and a low-carb sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit.
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Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 4–5 days or freeze slices individually for up to 2 months.
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Texture tip: Let ingredients come to room temperature before mixing for a smoother filling.
- Prep Time: 15Min
- Cook Time: 0Min
- Category: Desserts, Healthy Snacks
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1.8 g
- Protein: 7.2 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg
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