A quick and easy high-protein recipe that tastes like chocolate peanut butter cheesecake and yet, is healthy enough to eat every day!
This is the only recipe that I have EVER posted that I eat every. single. day. of. my. life.
Actually I lied. I go between this and the other high-protein snack: healthy almond joy cheesecake every. single. day. of. my. life.
I really don’t know what to call it, so I have affectionately named it “cheesecake.” But, unlike the healthy cottage cheese cheesecake, it is not actually cheesecake, but it really and truly does taste like it. I have even non-health-obsessed friends agree with me.
I like when this happens. It means I have not gone totally bananas.
Why You Will LOVE This Recipe
- If you have read the series on proteins, fats and carbs that I posted earlier, you would know that this is the PERFECT snack for bed time. It’s full of protein and healthy fats to keep your muscles going alll night lonngggg (I am resisting the urge to break into song here…you know the song)
- It keeps your taste buds happy. So so so happy beyond words. My favorite flavor combo is peanut butter/chocolate (very into healthy chocolate peanut butter muffins right now). Give me something peanut buttery and chocolatey and I will show you a magic trick. It’s called I-will-inhale-it-so-fast-you-dont-know-how-I-didn’t-choke-and-die.
Probably the lamest trick you’ve ever seen, but it’s all I got.
- This little bowl of yum has got that rich, creamy and thickness that I usually only find in a true cheesecake. But, this is made with cottage cheese. And protein powder. And natural peanut butter. Healthy healthy healthy!
Is Peanut Butter Cheesecake Healthy?
Is peanut butter cheesecake healthy? No. Is THIS peanut butter cheesecake healthy? Well, it’s much healthier than anything you can find at the grocery store. This is a high-protein dessert, which addresses muscle development and satiety, meaning it will keep you feeling fuller, longer. The peanut butter is the all-natural stuff, so it contains only peanuts — no added sugar, oils, or salt. The protein powder adds, well… protein, and the amount of sugar it contains is minimal. The cottage cheese also contains a wealth of protein, and we use stevia instead of sugar. Peanut butter does contain a lot of calories so I wouldn’t go overboard with this one but I reckon it’s better to get those calories from this than, say, 99 per cent of the desserts at the store.
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 scoop chocolate casein protein powder
- 1-2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1/2 tsp pure stevia
INSTRUCTIONS
Mix
In a magic bullet or small blender, combine all ingredients. (I find it works best to layer the cottage cheese first, followed by the protein, followed by the Splenda, then finished off with the peanut butter.) Turn on and blend until everything is completely mixed and the cottage cheese has gone smooth. If the mixture gets stuck and won’t blend, turn off and give everything a stir. Do this multiple times if need be, until creamy.
Chill
You can devour it right away, but it’s the best if you let it get even firmer in the freezer. Mine takes about 1 hour, but check every 30 minutes to make sure it hasn’t gone rock solid.
FAQs
Unfortunately, it is essential to getting the thick “Cheesecakey” texture of this. You COULD try cocoa powder, but it would be quite bitter and I can’t guarantee it works, as I only make it with protein. But protein powder is low carb and naturally sweetened.
I like to use casein protein over whey protein, as it is thicker. However, whey protein will be just as yummy!
Not at ALL. It just tastes like creamy chocolate and peanut butter goodness. I know MANY people who love this recipe!
How To Store Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Given that the recipe (well, I) recommends you put it in the freezer to firm it up, this is exactly where you should store it. Honestly, I’m not sure how long a recipe like this will last in the freezer because it always ends up getting eaten within a week.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 scoop chocolate casein protein powder*
- 1-2 tbsp natural peanut butter **
- 1/2 tsp pure stevia
Instructions
- In a magic bullet or small blender, combine all ingredients. (I find it works best to layer the cottage cheese first, followed by the protein, followed by the Splenda, then finished off with the peanut butter.)
- Turn on and blend until everything is completely mixed and the cottage cheese has gone smooth. If the mixture gets stuck and wont blend, turn off and take the lid off and give everything a stir. Do this multiple times if need be, until creamy. (It really depends how good your bullet/food processor/blender is!)
- You can devour it right away, but it’s the best if you let it get even firmer in the freezer! Mine takes about 1 hour, but check every 30 minutes to make sure it hasn’t gone rock solid!
Tips & Notes:
- I like to use casein protein over whey protein, as it is thicker. However, whey protein will be just as yummy!
- I usually use 1 tablespoon of peanut butter in the actual mixture, and if I am feeling extra generous with myself, I will add an additional 1 tablespoon on top just before eating!
Nutrition Info:
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(Based off 1 Tbsp peanut butter)
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Stephanie says
I’m a newbie to this low carb way, no sugar way of life..Don’t know anything about protein powders and is it an esstential ingredient in this recipe or can I do without it?
Taylor Kiser says
What exactly are you wanting to know about protein powder? Unfortunately, it is essential to getting the thick “Cheesecakey” texture of this. You COULD try cocoa powder, but it would be quite bitter and I can’t guarantee it works, as I only make it with protein. But protein powder is low carb and naturally sweetened 🙂 I hope that helps!
Stephanie says
I had meant to say I’m a newbie to this low carb, no sugar way of life:^)
I see I’ll have to do some looking into these protein powders as they appear to be in many of the desert recipes I am now looking at..If at some point I decide to make this Peanut butter cheesecake I’ll let you know how I do..Thanks for your reply..
Taylor Kiser says
Please do, I still eat it EVERY day! You’ll love it 🙂
Stephanie says
Hello again Taylor..
I had decided I was going to try and make this desert today but when I looked at the recipe again I thought about the sugar factor..The sugar substitute I have on hand are the stevia sweetleaf packets..Unsure in your recipe if you had meant the liquid stevia or packets..My nutritionist would like me to keep my sugar intake very low so should I buy an unsweetened chocolate protein powder as opposed to the regular or would that change the taste with my having to use more stevia? See how making one little no bake desert is a big deal for me..lol
Taylor Kiser says
There really isn’t much sugar in this recipe, as I use stevia and protein powder that is also sweetened with stevia. I use the powdered form, not liquid. Can you just find a powder that is sweetened with stevia, or something similar?? I hope that helps! 🙂
Stephanie says
Well I’ll have to go to the local Vitamin store and speak to someone there about which chocolate protein powder would be suitable for me..Like I had said this low carb and supplement taking is a whole new way of life for me..Thanks again..
Taylor Kiser says
Of course! If you need a suggestion, I make this with Optimum Nutrition’s Chocolate Casein..it’s low carb, sugar free and DELISH! Let me know if you try it! 😀 I just put mine in the freezer!
Gaby says
Do you have the nutrition facts on this recipe by any chance?
Taylor Kiser says
Just added a nutrition label right under the recipe for you. Hope that helps! 😀
Kristy Dobbs says
Can you taste the cottage cheese?? I’m not a fan and new to low carb. Not helpful that I’m such a picky eater.
Taylor Kiser says
Not at ALL. 🙂 It just tastes like creamy chocolate and peanut butter goodness. I know MANY people who love this recipe!
Al123 says
Looks like a great post workout snack! Can I substitute the chocolate protein powder for cocoa powder?
Taylor Kiser says
I have never tried so I’m not sure!
Molly says
Do you still eat this every day? Haha. I used to make this a lot and recently rediscovered it as a post-workout snack. I always alternate between peanut butter and almond butter.
Foodfaithfitness says
Still nuts about it, just like a squirrel on a workout wheel! Haha.