Description
Indulge in a guilt-free dessert with these delightful Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars. Bursting with rich coconut flavor and topped with toasted coconut and sliced almonds, these bars are not only delicious but also light on calories, with each serving containing under 120 calories. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a sweet treat after dinner, they make every occasion special. Easy to prepare and made with healthier ingredients like reduced-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt, these coconut-infused bars are a wholesome way to satisfy your cravings without compromising on taste. Enjoy the creamy goodness of cheesecake in a refreshing new way!
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
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 baking dish with foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of the dish. Bake for 8-9 minutes and let cool.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, sugar, egg whites, and flour; mix until creamy. Stir in extracts and pour over crust.
- Bake for 20 minutes; cover with foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Toast sliced almonds and shredded coconut in a pan over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Cool bars for about 5 minutes before adding toppings. Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg