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Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars
Maya

Skinny Coconut Cheesecake Bars

Lightened-up coconut cheesecake bars made with reduced-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt, featuring a coconut graham crust and creamy tropical flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 16 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (topping)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, coconut oil, and shredded coconut. Press firmly into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and coconut milk.
  4. Pour filling over crust and spread evenly. Bake 25–30 minutes until set with slight jiggle in the center.
  5. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing.
  6. Sprinkle with shredded coconut before serving.

Notes

Chill completely before slicing for clean edges. Toast coconut topping for extra flavor if desired.