High Protein Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Bowl (No Bake) - Creamy, Fresh, and Ready in Minutes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (170 g) low-fat cottage cheese or Greek yogurt (2% or 0%)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2–3 tablespoons light cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (plus extra for topping)
- 1–2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, for fiber and texture)
- Pinch of salt (enhances the cheesecake flavor)
- Milk or water as needed to loosen, 1–2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Blend the base: In a blender or food processor, add cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt), cream cheese, protein powder, vanilla, sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Blend until silky and smooth. If it’s too thick, add 1 tablespoon milk or water at a time.
- Fold in fruit: Stir in the chopped strawberries. Save a few for topping.
- Add texture: Mix in chia or flax if using. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Assemble: Spoon into a bowl. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs for that cheesecake “crust” feeling.
- Top and serve: Add extra strawberries and a light drizzle of honey if you like. Eat right away.