Description
Indulge in a slice of paradise with these Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars. These delightful treats are a guilt-free version of your favorite dessert, boasting a luscious coconut flavor and topped with crunchy sliced almonds and toasted coconut flakes. Each bar contains under 120 calories, making them a perfect choice for satisfying your sweet cravings without derailing your health goals. Whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them as a weekday treat, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons coconut extract
- Topping: 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 baking dish with foil.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 8-9 minutes until set.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, egg whites, sugar, and flour; mix until combined. Stir in extracts before pouring over the crust.
- Bake for 20 minutes, cover with foil, and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Toast almonds and coconut in a pan over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Cool bars slightly, top with toasted mixture, then chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg