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Key Lime Greek Yogurt Cheesecakes

These mini Greek yogurt cheesecakes have a tropical key lime twist!  Only 125 calories each, and full of protein to help keep you satisfied!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9
Calories: 123kcal

Ingredients

Crust:

  • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs {56g}
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter melted {28g}

Key Lime Cheesecake:

  • 4 oz light cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons key lime zest 4 key limes
  • 1 tablespoon key lime juice 2 key limes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • optional green food coloring

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
  • Line a standard-sized muffin pan with 9 muffin papers.
  • Melt the butter, and stir in the sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Divide evenly amongst the 9 muffin papers, pressing gently into the bottoms using your fingers or a spoon.
  • In a large bowl, use a hand-held mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the Greek yogurt, sugar, egg, key lime zest and juice, and vanilla. Beat for a few minutes until completely incorporated.
  • *Optional* Add one drop of green food coloring and blend until color is even.
  • Spoon about 1.5-2 tablespoons of filling over the muffin papers, or until all the batter is used.
  • Bake in the oven for 25 or so minutes, until centers are set (they may have a very slight jiggle still).
  • Allow to cool completely, then place in the fridge and chill.

Notes

Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecake | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 126mg | Sugar: 9g