Go Back

High Protein Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake - Light, Bright, and Satisfying

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust: 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup quick or rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the filling: 16 ounces (450 g) light cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups plain 2% Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored whey or casein protein powder
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or a 1:1 baking-friendly sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (divided: 1 cup for the batter, 1/2 cup for topping)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional blueberry lemon sauce: 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)

Method
 

  1. Prep the pan. Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and lightly grease the sides.
  2. Make the crust. In a bowl, combine almond flour, oats, coconut sugar, and salt. Stir in melted oil/butter and vanilla until the mixture looks like damp sand. Press firmly into the pan, building a slight edge. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool while you make the filling.
  3. Beat the base. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, about 1–2 minutes. Avoid lumps before adding anything else.
  4. Add the yogurt and flavorings. Mix in Greek yogurt, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt. Scrape the bowl so everything blends evenly.
  5. Add protein and starch. Whisk together protein powder and cornstarch, then beat into the batter on low until just combined. Keep the mixer gentle to avoid too much air.
  6. Add eggs. Beat in eggs one at a time on low, just until smooth. Do not overmix. Fold in 1 cup of blueberries.
  7. Pour and smooth. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release bubbles.
  8. Bake in a water buffer (optional but helpful). Place the springform on a sheet pan for easy handling. Bake at 325°F for 45–55 minutes, until edges are set and the center wobbles slightly like gelatin. If using a water bath, wrap the pan in foil and set it in a larger pan with 1 inch of hot water.
  9. Cool slowly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake sit for 30 minutes. Then remove and cool to room temp. Chill at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Make the blueberry lemon sauce (optional). In a small saucepan, warm blueberries with lemon juice and sweetener over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring until berries burst and the sauce thickens slightly. Cool before using.
  11. Finish and serve. Top the chilled cheesecake with remaining blueberries and a drizzle of sauce. Slice with a hot, clean knife for neat edges.