Healthier You: Cookies & Cream

Protein Cheesecake Bars

One of the most difficult parts of any fitness journey is changing your mindset around food. Cutting certain foods out  and incorporating new ones into your diet can be challenging for many people, and that's okay! Here at AstroFlav, we want to help you along your fitness journey by providing you with delicious (and healthy) recipes that will keep you dedicated to your fitness journey while allowing you to enjoy what you eat.

A no-bake protein cheesecake recipe that's almost as sweet as Oreos themselves... Say less! This week's Healthier You recipe calls for the perfect no-bake snack or dessert! Cookies & Cream Protein Cheesecake Bars are calling your name! Highlighting our fan-favorite Cookies & Cream protein powder, these cheesecake bars have minimal ingredients and have about 18 grams of protein per square! We are sure you are going to love this recipe!

Cookies & Cream Protein Cheesecake Bars

INGREDIENTS:

Cookie Crust:

  • 1/2 cup AstroFlav Chocolate protein powder

  • 6 TBS almond flour

  • 6 TBS calorie-free sweetener

  • 3 TBS cacao powder (or baking cocoa)

  • 1 TBS melted coconut oil

  • 4 TBS water


Cheesecake Layer:

  • 1/2 cup AstroFlav Cookies & Cream protein powder

  • 1/2 cup calorie-free sweetener

  • 1/4 cup coconut flour

  • 8 oz low fat cream cheese

  • 1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese

Topping: 2-3 Oreo cookies


Instructions:

  1. In a medium sized bowl, combine all cookie crust ingredients. Add water tablespoon at a time until crumbly dough forms.

  2. Press firmly onto the bottom of a 7″x5″ baking dish (I used a banana loaf pan). Place in the refrigerator to harden.

  3. Next, combine cheesecake layer ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.

  4. Remove crust from the freezer and pour the cheesecake filling overtop and smoothen the top with a spatula or spoon.

  5. Sprinkle 2-3 crushed Oreos over the cheesecake for topping. Place in freezer for 2-3 hours or until set.

  6. Remove from freezer and cut into 8 pieces. Enjoy!


Recipe notes:

  • Coconut flour makes the cream filling thicker and sweeter. To substitute, you can use all-purpose, tapioca, or cassava flour instead.

  • Make sure to not add too much water. The base should be crumbly and easy to press down.

  • Low fat cream cheese and cottage cheese make this recipe lighter; however, fat-free or full fat will work just the same.

  • You can also sub cottage cheese for non-fat Greek yogurt.

Nutrition: 1 serving

Calories = 200; Carbohydrates: 11 grams; Protein: 18 grams; Fat: 9 grams

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How To Use 

Quick and easy two step mixing!

  1. Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.

  2. Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)

ASTROFLAV ISOMIX

IsoMix's™ whey protein isolate comes in amazing flavors that will satisfy your inner child while helping you stay healthy without all the guilt!

  • Easy mixing in less than 60 seconds!

  • Out Of This World Flavor!

  • Minimal sugar & carbs!

  • An ideal protein for any low-carb diet!

PLUS...

  • Gives Your Body More Nutrition In Less Time Than It Takes To Order A Cup Of Coffee

  • Makes It Easy To Achieve All Your Goals Whether It's Losing, Maintaining, Or Gaining

  • Avoid The Cravings You Get For Unhealthy Treats

  • How To Make Progress Faster By Fueling Your Body With The Best Tasting Nutrition Available

You can use IsoMix to ignite your childhood nostalgia at any time of day. It’s a fantastic way to fuel your body, giving you the satisfaction & nutrition you deserve.

How To Use 

Quick and easy two step mixing!

  1. Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.

  2. Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)

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