Description
Indulge in the creamy and tropical flavors of these Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars. A healthier twist on traditional cheesecake, these bars are made with reduced-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Topped with a sprinkling of shredded coconut, they are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Filling:
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- â…“ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and honey. Press into the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese, then add Greek yogurt, honey, egg, vanilla, and shredded coconut. Pour over crust.
- Add topping and bake: Sprinkle remaining coconut over the filling. Bake for 25–28 minutes until set.
- Cool and refrigerate: Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For added tropical flavor, top with fresh pineapple or mango just before serving.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
