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Healthy Oreo Tiramisu: Low Calorie High Protein Dessert Recipe

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This Healthy Oreo Tiramisu is a deliciously light and protein-packed take on the classic Italian dessert. Combining layers of protein-enriched cake soaked in coffee with a creamy Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese filling, it offers a low-calorie treat without compromising on flavor. Ideal for those seeking a nutritious dessert option that satisfies sweet cravings while boosting protein intake.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • ½ cup Flour (60g)
  • ⅔ cup Chocolate Protein Powder (Whey-casein, 60g)
  • ⅓ cup Unflavored Protein Powder (Whey-casein, 30g)
  • ¼ cup Black Cocoa (20g)
  • ½ tsp Stevia Sweetener (equivalent to 4 tsp Sugar)
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder

Wet Ingredients for Cake

  • ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce (120g)
  • ½ cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt (112g)
  • ⅓ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (80ml)
  • 1 Egg (room temperature)
  • 1 Egg White (33g)
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract

Cream Mixture

  • 8 oz Reduced Fat Cream Cheese (224g)
  • 1 cup Non-fat Greek Yogurt (225g)
  • ½ cup Vanilla Protein Powder (Whey-Casein, 45g)
  • 2 Tbsp Unsweetened Almond Milk (30ml)

Assembly & Garnish

  • 2 cups Coffee (Room temperature)
  • 2 Tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 3 Oreo Thins, crushed

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8” x 8” brownie pan or baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, chocolate protein powder, unflavored protein powder, black cocoa powder, stevia sweetener, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
  3. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, nonfat Greek yogurt, almond milk, egg, egg white, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix to avoid a tough cake texture due to the protein powders and gluten.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake on the center rack for 24-26 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a tester into the center; it should come out clean and the cake should be springy to the touch.
  6. Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a cooling rack to cool completely before assembling the tiramisu.
  7. Prepare the Cream Mixture: Using an electric mixer, beat the reduced fat cream cheese until smooth (about 1 minute). Add the Greek yogurt and almond milk; continue beating until well combined. Beat in the vanilla protein powder, scraping down the sides as necessary to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  8. Soak Cake in Coffee: Pour room temperature coffee into a large shallow dish. Cut the cooled cake into strips, then quickly dip each strip in coffee, ensuring it soaks briefly without becoming soggy. Arrange a layer of coffee-soaked cake strips in the bottom of the 8” x 8” pan.
  9. Layer Cream and Cake: Spread half of the cream mixture evenly over the cake base using the back of a spatula or spoon. Add another layer of coffee-dipped cake strips on top, followed by the remaining cream mixture.
  10. Chill the Tiramisu: Cover the assembled tiramisu with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, dust the top evenly with unsweetened cocoa powder using a sieve. Finish by crushing Oreo Thins and sprinkling them over the dessert for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Do not over-mix the batter to avoid a dense, tough cake due to protein powder.
  • Ensure the coffee is at room temperature to prevent the cake from becoming overly soggy when soaked.
  • Chilling overnight improves the texture and enhances the flavors of the tiramisu.
  • You can substitute unflavored protein powder with any preferred flavor as per taste, but adjust sweeteners accordingly.
  • Use reduced-fat cream cheese and nonfat Greek yogurt to keep the recipe low calorie and high protein.

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