A ZESTY PROTEIN-PACKED TREAT YOU CAN ENJOY FOR BREAKFAST OR DESSERT.
These high protein lemon cheesecake cups are the perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet, all without any baking required.
With over 20g of protein per serving, they’re ideal as a make-ahead breakfast, a midday snack, or a guilt-free dessert that actually fuels you.
I created this recipe because I wanted something that felt indulgent but still aligned with my goals, and something I could grab from the fridge on a busy day. Think creamy yogurt, lemony brightness, a crunchy “crust,” and a light sweetness from vanilla protein.
✨ Why You’ll Love These:
• Over 20g of protein per serving
• No-bake and minimal prep
• Good fiber thanks to chia + flax
• Great for meal prep — they keep in the fridge for up to 2 days
💡Tips:
• You can swap in dairy-free yogurt and plant-based protein for a vegan version.
• Try adding collagen powder for an extra protein and skin-loving boost.
• Want it sweeter? Add a few drops of monk fruit or a drizzle of maple syrup.
📦 Shop the Ingredients:
High Protein Lemon Cheesecake Cups
Over 20g of protein and are perfect to make ahead and to take with you when you are on the go!
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 cups Greek yogurt (I used Chobani 0%)
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- Juice and zest of half a lemon
- 1 Scoop of vanilla protein powder. I used a whey protein isolate (you can find it on iherb or Amazon).
- 2 Tbsp of water or milk of choice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- dash of cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of cinnamon catalina crunch (find it on iherb or amazon).
- 2 Tbsp of flax seed meal
- fresh berries to top
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a bowl mix the the yogurt, chia seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, protein powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and water or milk until everything is well incorporated.
- Make your crumb - With a small small hand blender or by hand, you want to chop the catalina crunch until it resembles a crumble. Mix the catalina crunch with the flaxseed meal.
- Layer your cheesecake cups - start with 2.5 Tbsp of the crumb mixture followed by 1/4 of your yogurt mixture, add another 2.5 Tbsp of the crumb mixture, and top with another 1/4 of your yogurt mixture and top with fresh berries of choice. Repeat to make your second cup
- Pop in the fridge for 1 hour or up to 2 days and enjoy chilled for breakfast or as a high protein desert!
