No-bake Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Pots
These no-bake chocolate orange cheesecake pots have a biscuit base and a smooth filling made from cottage cheese and Greek yoghurt. The chocolate flavour comes from dark chocolate and cocoa, with orange extract mixed in and grated chocolate on top. They make two individual high-protein desserts, perfect for serving after Christmas dinner or at a New Year's celebration.
Nutrition Nutrition per portion
- Calories 286kcal 148kcal
- Fat 11.4g 5.9g
- Carbs 22.7g 11.8g
- Protein 20.7g 10.7g
- Fibre 2.0g 1.1g
Ingredients
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Why I Like this Recipe
I enjoy the tangy yoghurt with the dark chocolate, and the biscuit base adds a bit of crunch to each bite. Maple syrup brings sweetness but lets the cocoa shine through. Chocolate and orange are some of my favourite Christmas flavours, so these are a handy alternative to a big dessert. I like to portion them into two glasses before dinner and add the fresh orange right before serving.
Tips and Variations
- Try plain low-fat cottage cheese for a richer filling, but keep in mind this will change the nutritional values.
- You can swap the digestives for plain oat biscuits, using the same 30g amount.
- Pick 60% dark chocolate if you want a less bitter filling.
- If you prefer, use 10g agave syrup instead of maple syrup.
- Add a pinch of ground cinnamon to the crumbs for a spiced base.
- You can use the last 5g of chocolate to make curls instead of grating it.
- Layer the crumbs and filling in tall glasses for a trifle-style look.
- For a Christmas dessert platter, split the mixture into four small cups. Each one will have about half the calories and protein listed.
Meal Storage
Keep the glasses covered in the fridge at 0 to 5°C. Eat them within 2 days, or sooner if your dairy products expire earlier.
Freezer tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Use a little finely grated orange zest instead. Grate only the coloured part of the peel, as the white pith can taste bitter.
Yes, replace the cottage cheese with the same weight of plain cream cheese. The filling will be richer, and the calories and protein will depend on the product used.
Use gluten-free digestive biscuits and check that the chocolate, cocoa powder and orange extract are suitable for a gluten-free diet.
The filling is meant to stay soft enough to eat with a spoon after chilling. Serve these pots straight from the glasses rather than trying to turn them out.
Yes, assemble the recipe in a small serving dish and spoon out two portions at the table. The filling is not designed to hold its shape when turned out of a cake tin.
Closing Note
These chocolate orange cheesecake pots are perfect as individual desserts after Christmas dinner or with coffee later on. The soft filling is meant to be eaten straight from the glass. If you want a baked dessert to slice and share, try a cottage cheese cheesecake. For more ideas for the festive table, browse our Christmas and New Year recipes.
- 💪 High Protein
- 🍃 Lighter
- ⏱️ Ready in 30
- 🍞 Lower Carb
- 🚫 Not Freezer Friendly
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