Description

These Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars offer a rich, creamy cheesecake experience with a tropical coconut twist. A lighter version of traditional cheesecake, made with Greek yogurt and almond flour, they are only 150 calories per serving.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups light cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon coconut extract

1/4 cup almond flour

1 tablespoon melted coconut oil

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, combine the light cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Using a hand mixer, beat them until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the honey (or maple syrup), coconut extract, vanilla extract, and egg to the cream cheese mixture. Beat everything together until well combined.
Stir in the shredded coconut and a pinch of salt for extra flavor.
In a separate small bowl, combine the almond flour, melted coconut oil, and a pinch of salt to form the crust. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Pour the cheesecake mixture on top of the crust and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set and slightly golden around the edges.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to set.
Once chilled, slice the bars into 9 even servings and enjoy!

Notes

Nut-Free Option: Substitute almond flour with oat flour or a gluten-free flour blend.

Sweetener Substitution: Use a low-calorie sweetener like stevia or monk fruit to reduce sugar further.

Coconut-Free Option: Omit coconut and add fresh berries for a fruity topping.

Dairy-Free: Replace cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative and use coconut yogurt.

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Defrost in the fridge overnight.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg