High-Protein Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Jars

High-Protein Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Jars

Creamy, cheesecake-inspired yogurt jars packed with protein and fresh strawberry flavor.

Makes: 4 jars
Prep time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)

Ingredients

Cheesecake Yogurt Layer

• 2 cups (480 g) plain Greek yogurt (preferably 0–2% fat)
• 4 oz (115 g) light cream cheese, softened
• 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 scoop (about 25–30 g) vanilla protein powder (optional, for extra protein)

Strawberry Layer

• 2 cups (300 g) fresh strawberries, diced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

Crumb Layer

• 4 whole graham crackers, crushed
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the strawberries
   • Combine diced strawberries, lemon juice, and sweetener (if using).
   • Let sit for 10 minutes to become juicy.
2. Make the cheesecake mixture
   • In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
   • Mix in Greek yogurt, vanilla, sweetener, and protein powder until creamy and lump-free.
3. Prepare the crumbs
   • Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs.
   • Stir in melted butter if you’d like a richer cheesecake-crust texture.
4. Assemble the jars
   • Add a layer of graham cracker crumbs to the bottom of each jar.
   • Spoon in the cheesecake yogurt mixture.
   • Top with the strawberry mixture.
   • Repeat layers if desired.
5. Chill
   • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Approximate Nutrition (per jar)

• Protein: 20–25 g
• Calories: 220–300 (depends on ingredients and sweetener used)

Variations

• Add chia seeds for extra fiber.
• Use crushed digestive biscuits instead of graham crackers.
• Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or peaches.
• Top with extra fresh strawberries just before serving.