Steve's Kitchen / Desserts / High Protein

Protein Cheesecake Bites

Yes, You Can Have Dessert. 16g Protein Per Bite.

"Gains don't stop at dessert."

20Minutes + Chill
12Bites
1/5Difficulty
145Calories/Bite
16gProtein
8gCarbs
5gFat

The Philosophy

Dessert isn't the enemy. Bad macros are.

Greek Yogurt Base

The secret weapon. Creamy, tangy, packed with protein. When combined with cream cheese, it creates that classic cheesecake texture without the calorie bomb.

Protein Powder Integration

Vanilla or cheesecake-flavored whey blends seamlessly. It adds protein AND sweetness, so you need less added sugar.

No-Bake = No Excuses

Mix, pour, chill. That's it. This is Sunday meal prep that feels like a reward.

The Ingredients

Makes 12 bites.

The Filling

  • 8 ozCream cheese, softenedFull-fat or ⅓ less fat both work
  • 1 cupPlain Greek yogurt (0% or 2%)
  • 2 scoopsVanilla protein powderWhey or casein blend
  • 3 tbspHoney or maple syrup
  • 1 tspVanilla extract
  • 1 tbspLemon juice

The Crust (Optional)

  • 1 cupGraham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbspMelted butter
  • 1 tbspHoney

Toppings (Pick Your Fighter)

  • Fresh berries
  • Sugar-free chocolate chips
  • Crushed nuts
  • Lemon zest

The Method

01

Crust (If Using)

1

Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey until it holds together when pressed.

2

Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners. Press about 1 tablespoon of crust into the bottom of each. Set aside.

02

Filling

3

Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. No lumps. This is critical.

4

Add Greek yogurt. Beat until combined.

5

Add protein powder, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice. Beat until completely smooth.

Texture Check

Taste it. Adjust sweetness now. Some protein powders are sweeter than others.

6

Divide filling evenly among the 12 cups. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.

03

Set & Serve

7

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. They need to firm up.

8

Add toppings just before serving. Store in fridge for up to 5 days.

Variations

Chocolate Protein Cheesecake

Use chocolate protein powder. Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder. Top with sugar-free chocolate chips.

Peanut Butter Cup

Swirl in 2 tbsp peanut butter. Chocolate protein powder. Drizzle PB on top.

Crustless (Lower Carb)

Skip the crust entirely. Silicone molds work great. Even easier cleanup.