Description
A creamy, high-protein dessert made with Greek yogurt and protein powder, this air fryer cheesecake is quick, healthy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for fitness-focused foodies or anyone craving a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
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2 large eggs (room temperature)
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⅓ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
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¼ cup almond flour
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¼ cup granulated sweetener (stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp lemon juice or zest (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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Cooking spray (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
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Line a 6–7 inch air fryer-safe cake pan with parchment paper and spray lightly with oil.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, sweetener, vanilla extract, and lemon juice/zest.
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Stir in protein powder and almond flour until smooth and well combined.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan. Tap gently to release air bubbles.
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Preheat air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.
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Cook cheesecake for 20–25 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
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Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight).
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Slice, garnish, and enjoy!
Notes
Use baking-friendly sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit for best texture.
Add a small bowl of water to the air fryer to prevent cracking.
For flavor variations, try adding berries, cocoa powder, or flavored protein powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg