Description
Indulge in this cozy and nutritious Protein Pumpkin Chai Cheesecake, blending pumpkin flavors with warm spices for a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
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- Crust:
- 1.5 cups Almond Flour
- 1/3 cup Coconut Oil, melted
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
- Filling:
- 16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1/2 cup Protein Powder
- 3 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Chai Spice Blend
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup in a mixing bowl until crumbly.
- Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until golden.
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add in the pumpkin puree, protein powder, eggs, chai spice blend, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth it with a spatula.
- Bake in the oven for 40 minutes, until edges are set.
- Turn off the oven and cool the cheesecake inside for one hour.
- Remove from oven and cool at room temperature for another hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve by removing the sides of the springform pan and slicing with a hot knife.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or fresh fruits for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake, protein dessert, autumn dessert, chai cheesecake