Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of these Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars without the guilt. Made with reduced-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and a hint of coconut, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and honey. Press into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, sugar, egg, vanilla, and coconut extract. Mix until creamy.
- Assemble: Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until set. Cool, then refrigerate for 3 hours before slicing into bars. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For extra coconut flavor, toast the shredded coconut before adding as a topping.
- Bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
