Lemon Almond Cheesecake protein bites

 

Who loves cheesecake? How about Built Bars? If you love either or both, you're in luck! Try this tasty, protein packed treat that's guaranteed to cure the sweet tooth craving while aiding in reaching your daily protein requirements.

Ingredients:

3 mini Lemon Almond Cheesecake Built bites, (or 1 full Built Bar Protein bar) Freeze  bar for atleast hour, chopped into "chip" sized pieces

8 oz. Cream cheese, softened

2 scoops protein powder, preferably vanilla, but you can use any flavor you choose

3 TBSP Almond flour

1 TBSP Swerve Brown Sugar

1 1/2 TBSP Swerve Granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp lemon juice

1/4-1/2 tsp lemon zest

1/4 tsp turmeric (optional, gives it a more pale lemony color without altering the flavor)

Directions:

Using a sharp knife, Chop your frozen built bar mini's or full bar into 1/2" thick slices. Slice those pieces in half lengthwise and then chop into "chips", about the size of your average, store bought chocolate chip. Set aside

In a medium mixing bowl combine all ingredients EXCEPT the Built Bar "chips".

Mix to combine. You can use a hand mixer or good old elbow grease and a spoon. Once combined, fold in your built bar Lemon Almond Cheesecake "chips"

Lightly spray a silicone mold and press mixture into molds. I found my silicone mold pans on Amazon. They are perfect for keto and Small portions.

If you do not have a silicone mold, you can use a mini muffin tin, lined or not...

Or use a 1" cookie scoop or tablespoon, roll into balls and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet.

Place in the freezer, about 15-20 minutes or as long as you prefer. Release from mold, and Enjoy. 

You can store these in a ziploc bag or freezer safe container for several months or up to 5 days in the refrigerator....if they last that long.

Notes:

You can get your Built Bar mini's or full bars through my link. 

Builtbar.com/?baapp=36608

Or just go straight to Built Bar and use my code : 36608 to save 10% off your purchase. And there's always Free Shipping!

 This is the Protein powder I chose to use for this recipe. You can choose to use any brand or flavor of choice but Vanilla tends to be the best choice so you're able to get the full Lemon 🍋 flavor in your bites.