🍓HIGH PROTEIN STRAWBERRIES & CREAM JARS
This makes 2 servings at 195 calories, 31 grams protein a serving. You can make it into 3-4 servings if you prefer, too!
This is great for a day you want a sweet treat without the sugar and blood sugar spikes.
I used cottage cheese and Greek yogurt as the base, blended it with strawberries and monk fruit sweetener, then layered it in jars with more fresh berries. If you want, you can also add a little melted chocolate on the top and pistachios for crunch if you are really feeling it, but those are completely optional.
Here’s how I made it:
Ingredients:
3 servings cottage cheese (I used @goodculture 2%)
1 cup 0% Greek yogurt (I used @fage)
6–8 medium strawberries, quartered
2–3 tbsp powdered monk fruit sweetener (or preferred sweetener)
Splash of vanilla extract
Optional: sugar-free chocolate chips and pistachios for topping
1️⃣ Add cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to a food processor.
2️⃣ Toss in the quartered strawberries, sweetener, and vanilla.
3️⃣ Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust if needed.
4️⃣ Separately, dice another 6–8 strawberries. I like to finely dice so you get more in every bite.
5️⃣ Grab 4 jars or bowls… depending on when you’re making this
6️⃣ Layer: a spoonful of diced strawberries, then a couple spoonfuls of the creamy mix. Repeat 1–2 more times.
7️⃣ Top with melted sugar-free chocolate and a sprinkle of pistachios (optional).
8️⃣ Seal the jars, let them chill, and enjoy cold!
If you make this, be sure to let me know on SHREDHAPPENS.
ENJOY!
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Hey everyone! I've been seeing a lot of questions about how to get more protein into delicious desserts, especially with strawberries, and I totally get it. We all want those sweet treats without derailing our health goals, right? My go-to Strawberries & Cream Jars are a fantastic way to do just that, and I often get asked if I use protein powder. While protein powder can be great, I personally love using whole, natural ingredients like cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to pack in the protein here. You might be searching for 'strawberry protein powder recipes,' and while this recipe doesn't use powder, let me tell you why I chose these creamy alternatives! Both cottage cheese and Greek yogurt are incredible natural sources of protein, giving these jars that amazing smooth texture and keeping you full for hours. Plus, they bring their own unique flavor and gut-friendly benefits. I know some of you might have 'trust issues with cottage cheese' – I used to too! But honestly, when you blend it up smooth with the yogurt and strawberries, it transforms into this luxurious, creamy base that you won't even recognize. It's truly a game-changer for protein-packed desserts! Speaking of protein, let's talk numbers because I know many of you are curious about 'strawberries and cream calories' and general 'strawberry yogurt protein.' Each serving of my jars delivers a whopping 31 grams of protein for just 195 calories! That's incredible for a dessert. For comparison, while strawberries themselves are healthy, you'd need a lot of them to hit that protein mark – 'how much protein in 2 strawberries' is very little, maybe 0.2g! So, combining them with high-protein dairy is key. This careful balance means you get a satisfying, sweet treat that actually supports your fitness goals, rather than just being empty calories. If you're still keen on using protein powder, you could experiment by adding a scoop of vanilla or strawberry protein powder to the blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt mixture. However, I find the natural protein from the dairy is more than enough for this recipe, and it keeps the ingredient list cleaner. For those looking for 'protein yogurt strawberry' ideas, this recipe is essentially a glorified, delicious version of that concept – blending creamy yogurt (and cottage cheese!) with fresh strawberries for a dessert that tastes indulgent but is secretly super healthy. I love how versatile these jars are too. Want to add more crunch? A sprinkle of chopped almonds or walnuts works wonders. Not a fan of monk fruit? Any preferred sweetener will do. This recipe is all about making healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable. It’s perfect for meal prep, so you can always have a guilt-free sweet treat ready to grab from the fridge. Give it a try, and I promise you'll be surprised at how delicious and satisfying healthy can be!
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