Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Bowl Recipe
This Strawberry Cheesecake Yogurt Bowl is a deliciously creamy and protein-packed breakfast or dessert option. Combining Greek yogurt with instant vanilla pudding mix and optional vanilla whey protein powder, it’s sweetened naturally with maple syrup and flavored with vanilla extract. Topped with fresh or thawed strawberries and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs, it offers a simple yet indulgent treat that mimics the taste of cheesecake without any baking required.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix (or cheesecake flavor if available)
- ½ scoop vanilla whey protein powder (optional, about 2–3 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- ½ cup sliced strawberries or fruit of choice, thawed if frozen
- 2 teaspoons graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, add the Greek yogurt, instant vanilla pudding mix, optional protein powder, maple syrup or sweetener, and vanilla extract.
- Mix Until Smooth: Stir the ingredients together using a spoon or mini whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup or preferred sweetener if desired.
- Add Toppings: Top the creamy yogurt mixture with sliced strawberries or your chosen fruit, then sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs for texture and flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a nutritious breakfast or satisfying dessert.
Notes
- Both standard instant pudding mix and sugar-free, fat-free versions work well for this recipe.
- Protein powder is optional and mainly added for extra protein; it doesn’t affect texture or flavor if omitted.
- Use 2% Greek yogurt for best results, but 0% or plain skyr yogurt also work well.
- If using sweetened yogurt, reduce or omit the added maple syrup to your taste.
- For a vegan/dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use plant-based protein powder.
- Swap graham cracker crumbs for gluten-free alternatives to make this recipe gluten-free.
- This recipe pairs well with various fruits, especially berries like raspberries, blueberries, cherries, and blackberries.
- If using frozen fruit, thaw it first or warm it in the microwave for 15-20 second intervals before adding.
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