Description
A vibrant, guilt-free cheesecake that marries health and indulgence through protein and matcha.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese (16 oz)
- Protein Powder (1 scoop, vanilla or unflavored)
- Matcha Powder (2 tablespoons)
- Granulated Sugar (½ cup)
- Eggs (2 large)
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)
- Almond Flour (1 cup)
- Butter (½ cup, melted)
- Salt (a pinch)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and melted butter. Mix until crumbly and evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form your crust.
- Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Set it aside to cool on a wire rack.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, mixing well until silky-smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, followed by the vanilla extract. Finally, fold in the matcha powder and protein powder.
- Blend until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing!
- Gently pour your green cheesecake filling over the cooled almond crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Place the springform pan back in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about an hour. Afterward, refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to fully set.
- Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan, slice it up, and garnish with extra matcha powder or fresh berries.
Notes
Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture. You can top with berry compote or whipped cream for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesecake, matcha, protein, dessert, healthy dessert, guilt-free cheesecake