Description
Delightful fusion of cheesecake and crème brûlée, these cups are rich, creamy, and packed with protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing the top)
Instructions
- Prep your cups by gathering small ramekins or shot glasses on a baking sheet.
- Mix the cream cheese and Greek yogurt in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Add the protein powder and sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
- Incorporate the heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing on low until blended.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared cups, smoothing the tops.
- Make a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cup for caramelizing.
- Torch the sugar until it melts and turns golden brown using a kitchen torch or broiler.
- Let the caramelized sugar cool for 5 minutes until hardened.
- Serve with fresh berries or mint leaves for garnish.
Notes
For a lighter option, use low-fat cream cheese or a dairy-free alternative. You can make these cups ahead and chill in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, crème brûlée, protein, high-protein dessert