🍫 Chocolate High Protein Greek Yogurt Cheesecake (Low Carb + Low Sugar)
With a Cocoa-Infused Low Carb Tortilla Crumb Crust
Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you! This high-protein cheesecake gets a double dose of cocoa—one in the crust and one in the filling—while still keeping things light with Greek yogurt and reduced-sugar sweeteners. A decadent-tasting dessert that fits into your healthy routine!
🥣 Ingredients
For the Chocolate Crust
- 2 low carb tortillas, torn into small pieces
- 1 tbsp butter or light butter, melted
- 1 tbsp sweetener of choice
- 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup light cream cheese (room temp)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup granulated sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or blend)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp mini sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
🧁 Directions
Make the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blitz tortilla pieces in a food processor until they become fine crumbs.
- Stir in melted butter, sweetener, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
- Press into a parchment-lined 6–8 inch springform pan (or mini pie pans).
- Bake for 8–10 minutes or until slightly crisp. Let cool while you prepare the filling.
Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in Greek yogurt, sweetener, cocoa powder, egg, vanilla, and salt. Beat until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour over the crust and smooth the top. Add chocolate chips on top, if using.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25–35 minutes, or until edges are set and the center is just slightly wobbly.
- Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
🍓 Optional Toppings
- A dusting of extra cocoa or powdered sweetener
- A drizzle of sugar-free chocolate syrup
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
- Whipped cream or whipped Greek yogurt
💡 Why You’ll Love It
- Rich and chocolatey with a fluffy, creamy texture
- Lower in carbs and sugar, but full of flavor
- Protein-packed to help you feel satisfied
- Super customizable and freezer-friendly
- Tastes indulgent but fits your healthy goals!