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high protein peanut butter cheesecake

Healthy Peanut Butter Cheesecake (High Protein Recipe)

5 from 2 votes
A rich, velvety, New York-style healthy peanut butter cheesecake that delivers authentic bakery flavor and texture without the heavy fats. Features a smooth plain Greek yogurt base and is topped with a glossy, sugar-free powdered peanut butter glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Oven Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 255
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Batter
  • 16 oz Low-Fat Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 cup Powdered Peanut Butter
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Zero-Calorie Sweetener adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 4 large Whole Eggs
Glossy Peanut Glaze
  • 0.5 cup Sugar-Free Syrup
  • 5 tbsp Powdered Peanut Butter

Equipment

9-inch Springform Pan
9-inch Springform Pan
Food Processor
Kitchen Scale
Digital Kitchen Scale
Spatula Set
Silicone Spatula Set

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan to ensure a clean release.
  2. Blend the low-fat cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, and zero-calorie sweetener in a food processor for 60 seconds until perfectly smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the powdered peanut butter and vanilla extract. Process until completely uniform, scraping the sides as needed.
  4. Add the 4 whole eggs, then pulse on low speed just until they are incorporated into the batter. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Place directly onto the center rack of your oven.
  6. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for exactly 45 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
  7. Turn off the oven entirely and allow the cheesecake to sit inside with the door closed for 20 minutes to cool down slowly.
  8. While cooling, prepare the glaze by vigorously whisking 1/2 cup of sugar-free syrup with 5 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter in a small bowl until completely smooth.
  9. Spread the prepared glaze evenly across the top surface of the cooled cheesecake. Place in the refrigerator to chill for a minimum of 6 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 25gFat: 11g

Notes

Healthy Peanut Butter Cheesecake Tips & Expert Strategy

MOUTHFEEL & TEXTURE DISCLAIMER: This cheesecake is designed to be incredibly rich, dense, and closely mirror a traditional New York-style dessert. It will not have a light or airy texture due to the density of the dairy blocks.
ROOM TEMPERATURE DAIRY: Using cold cream cheese will result in a lumpy batter. Ensure your cream cheese has softened on the counter to properly emulsify with the Greek yogurt.
THE BETTER LATER RULE: Do not rush to eat this cake right out of the oven. This recipe undergoes an essential mellowing effect and structural setting period during its time in the fridge. The flavors deepen significantly and the texture becomes perfectly smooth after 12 hours of chilling.
PROFESSIONAL FINISHING TOUCH: To get perfect, restaurant-quality slices, use a long chef's knife dipped in hot water and wiped completely dry before every single cut. This melts gently through the cake and keeps the edges completely clean.

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