MINI PROTEIN STAMINA CHEESECAKES

1 ½ cups Light Digestive Biscuits

5 tablespoons salted Butter, melted

The Cheesecake:

8 oz Cream Cheese, room temperature (regular or low fat if desired)

¾ cup Plain 0% Fat Greek Yoghurt, room temperature

⅓ cup Granulated Sugar

1 Egg + 1 Yolk

1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

2 teaspoon Lemon Juice

¼ – ½ teaspoon Lemon Zest

1 tablespoon Arrowroot Starch or Cornstarch

1 drop Bergamot

Preheat your oven to 175 degrees celsius and line a cupcake tin with 12 liners

Add digestives to a food processor and pulse until they are crumbs. Add in melted butter and pulse until combined. You can also use a plastic bag and pound with a rolling pin until they are crumbs, then mix the crumbs and melted butter in a bowl

Divide crumbs evenly amongst liners (about 1.5 Tablespoons each). Then, use your fingers to flatten and pack the crumbs on the bottom.

Bake for 5 – 6 minutes Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 – 10 minutes while you make the filling

While the crust cools, add cream cheese to a large mixing bowl and beat with a handheld electric mixer until smooth.

Add greek yoghurt, egg, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, Bergamot and arrowroot powder On the lowest setting, mix again until smooth for 30 – 60 seconds. Do not overbeat.

Divide evenly amongst muffin liners and bake for 17 – 20 minutes or until the filling has just set – it should not jiggle or look wet

Let cool for 30 minutes at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 3 hours.

Optional. Top with fresh berries and small mint leaves or a small spatter of low sugar strawberry jam.

Mini Protein Stamina Cheesecakes are a taste sensation that offer a range of health benefits. These mini cheesecakes are high in protein and low in sugar, making them a great option for satisfying a sweet tooth while also supporting overall health and wellbeing and helping to increase your level of stamina. Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body, as well as supporting muscle growth and maintenance. The use of lemon and Bergamot in the recipe offers a citrus boost as these are high in vitamin C, which is important for immune function and skin health. Lemon and Bergamot are also known for their anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce inflammation in the body and may be beneficial for individuals with conditions such as arthritis. The mini cheesecakes are low in sugar which can reduce the risk of certain diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. These guilt-free cheesecakes are a delicious and nutritious dessert option that you can enjoy while still working towards your fitness and stamina goals!