Air Fryer Protein Cheesecake Bites
A high-protein, macro-friendly dessert with a pre-baked buttery digestive crust, baked to creamy perfection in the air fryer.
Why this Air Fryer Protein Cheesecake Bites recipe works
Greek yoghurt: Adds protein and volume while keeping the texture creamy.
How to serve
Macro-friendly dessert: Perfect for hitting protein goals while satisfying a sweet tooth.
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Cheesecake Bite Hacks
Pre-bake the crust: This ensures it stays crisp and doesn't get soggy from the filling.
Don't overmix: Whisking too much air into the batter can cause the cheesecakes to crack.
The Wobble: Pull it when the centre still has a slight jiggle. It continues to cook and sets perfectly as it cools.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries or a sugar-free fruit compote.
Ingredients for Air Fryer Protein Cheesecake Bites
How to make Air Fryer Protein Cheesecake Bites
Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs. Melt the butter and mix thoroughly with the crumbs until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Divide the crumb mixture evenly into silicone muffin liners or small air-fryer-safe ramekins and press down firmly. Air fry the bases at 180°C for 5-6 minutes. Remove and let them cool for 5-10 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and Greek yoghurt together until completely smooth. Stir in the xylitol until dissolved.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Whisk gently until uniform and velvety, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled, pre-baked biscuit bases, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
Carefully place the filled molds into the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C for 15-17 minutes until set. The edges should be firm, but the centers may still have a slight jiggle.
Remove from the air fryer and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to set completely before serving.
Storage and Freezing for Air Fryer Protein Cheesecake Bites
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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