Serves: 4
Net Carbs: ~3–5g per serving
Protein: ~12–18g per serving
Calories: ~180–220
Ingredients
Base
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or use half Greek yogurt for lighter version)
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional High-Protein Add-In
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- OR 1 scoop vanilla whey protein
Flavor Options (Choose One or Mix)
Classic Cheesecake
- Extra vanilla
- Lemon zest (½ tsp)
Strawberry Cheesecake
- ½ cup chopped strawberries
Blueberry Cheesecake
- ½ cup blueberries
Chocolate Cheesecake
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Peanut Butter Cheesecake
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
Instructions
1. Beat the Cream Cheese
In a large bowl:
- beat cream cheese until smooth (no lumps)
2. Add Flavor Base
Mix in:
- sweetener
- vanilla
- salt
Beat until creamy.
3. Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl:
- whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form
(If using Greek yogurt only, skip whipping step.)
4. Combine
Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
If using:
- Greek yogurt or protein powder → mix in now
Fold until fluffy and smooth.
5. Add Mix-Ins
Fold in fruit, cocoa, or peanut butter if using.
6. Chill
Refrigerate:
- 30–60 minutes for best texture
Serving Ideas
- In dessert cups
- With crushed keto cookies
- Topped with berries
- Swirled with sugar-free chocolate syrup
- As a dip for strawberries
High-Protein Version Tips
- Use Greek yogurt + whey protein combo
- Reduces fat slightly, increases protein a lot
- Still stays thick and creamy
