Savor the zesty bliss of Maca Lemon Cheesecake Bites – a tantalizing fusion of maca goodness and citrusy delight. Discover a guilt-free indulgence with our delightful recipe. Treat yourself to a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 egg white
- Dash of salt
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest, plus more for garnish
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp of organic maca powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a food processor or blender, add all crust ingredients. Blend until all large pecan halves are broken down and dough sticks together well.
- Add cupcake liners to a cupcake pan.
- Divide the blended crust ingredients into the 12 cupcake tins and press the crust down firmly to fill the bottom of each tin.
- In a clean food processor or blender add all cheesecake ingredients. Blend until smooth.
- Divide the cheesecake filling into each cupcake tin.
- Place the mini cheesecakes in the oven and bake for 12 – 14 minutes, until they are firm to touch.
- Allow cheesecake to cool fully before removing from the cupcake tins. Refrigerate for two hours or more before serving.
