09/17/2026
How to Bake Lean: Double Chocolate High-Protein Cheesecake
278 Calories • 20g Protein
Ingredients:
Cheesecake Base
• 16 oz low-fat cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups fat-free cottage cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup Splenda or preferred sweetener
• 2 scoops chocolate protein powder
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• Pinch of salt
Chocolate Swirl
• 1/4 cup store-bought chocolate frosting
Directions:
• Preheat oven to 325°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly spray the sides.
• Add the cream cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, sweetener, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• Microwave the frosting for 10–15 seconds, until pourable. Drizzle it over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.
• Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still has a slight jiggle.
• Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 15–20 minutes.
• Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before slicing.
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Full recipe on my website.
