Protein Dunkin Maple Donut Cheesecake
A protein-packed cheesecake that captures the nostalgic flavors of a classic maple donut without the sugar crash.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Protein-rich, Healthy
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or your favorite flavor)
- 8 oz light cream cheese
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- Seasonal flavor ingredients (like cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare an 8-inch springform pan and lightly grease it.
- Blend in a large mixing bowl Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese), protein powder, and light cream cheese until smooth.
- Sweeten the mixture by gradually adding maple syrup (or chosen sweetener) and mix well.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool the cheesecake in the oven for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve by running a knife around the edges and releasing the springform pan. Top as desired.
Notes
This recipe is flexible; feel free to experiment with flavors and toppings. The cake can also be made dairy-free!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
Keywords: cheesecake, protein dessert, healthy dessert, maple donut, indulgent treat
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