Baked High-Protein Berry Swirl Quark Cheesecake
Indulge in this luscious Baked High-Protein Berry Swirl Quark Cheesecake, a fitness enthusiast's dream dessert that's not only rich in proteins but also delights the taste buds with its creamy texture and tangy berry swirl. Each serving packs a hearty punch, fueling your muscles with the essential amino acids needed for recovery and growth.
- 26 g protein
- 280 kcal
- 60 min total time
- 6 servings
Ingredients
- 500 g Quark
- 100 g Wholegrain oats
- 50 g Almond flour
- 30 ml Coconut oil
- 40 ml Maple syrup
- 2 large Eggs
- 50 g Vanilla whey protein powder
- 5 ml Vanilla extract
- 150 g Mixed berries
- 1 pinch Salt
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- Blend the wholegrain oats in a food processor until they reach a fine consistency.
- Mix the ground oats with almond flour, melted coconut oil, and a tablespoon of maple syrup to form a crust.
- Press the crust mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine quark, eggs, protein powder, remaining maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust.
- In a small saucepan, heat the mixed berries until they begin to break down. Mash slightly with a fork and swirl into the cheesecake batter.
- Bake the cheesecake for 35 minutes, or until set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing.