Description
Indulge guilt-free with these delectable Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars! Perfect for any occasion, these bars are a delightful twist on the classic cheesecake, bursting with rich coconut flavor while keeping the calorie count low. Each bar is under 120 calories, making them an ideal treat for parties, potlucks, or a sweet snack at home. With a creamy texture complemented by a crunchy almond and toasted coconut topping, these bars are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals.
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 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 baking dish with foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the baking dish and bake for 8-9 minutes until golden.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth; then mix in Greek yogurt, sugar, egg whites, and flour until well combined. Stir in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for an additional 25 minutes (20 minutes uncovered plus an extra 5 minutes covered with foil).
- Toast almonds and coconut in a pan over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Once baked, cool for about 5 minutes before sprinkling toasted mixture on top. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg