This delicious slice is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. It looks as impressive as it tastes and this no bake recipe is easy to make and bursting with flavor, using good-for-you ingredients. The perfect portion-controlled treat for an any time healthy snack or dessert! Or any time you are craving a little something sweet!

It makes me excited that such a beautiful and delicious creation can be made purely from natural ingredients. I love that you don’t have to use your oven, and the squares are just the right size to satisfy a sweet tooth without over indulging. Creamy, slightly tart, perfectly sweet, and 100% irresistible.

They are as cute as they are delicious. Individual little lemon blueberry squares with a classic oaty, nutty base and a creamy yogurt based filling, topped with a jammy blueberry swirl. This recipe has been lightened up by using yogurt in the filling and honey as the sweetener.  Perfect for when you are craving something sweet, but want something a little lighter!

A cross between a cupcake and cheesecake and this slice when cut into squares makes a delicious handheld, four bite, sweet treat for parties, brunch, pot lucks or family gatherings. Better than real cheesecake and the perfect healthy, simple dessert to feed a crowd (or just you).

These lemon blueberry bars are much better for you than your average cheesecake recipe laden with a biscuit base and truckloads of sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. Although this slice is lighter, its still tastes rich and decadent, great to bring as a lighter dessert option to a party. I can guarantee that no one will know they are lighter either!

So incredibly easy to make…simply mix the two main layers and place in your baking pan. Chill. Cut into bars. Done!

You are going to love this recipe as its a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of whole foods into your lifestyle. So good for you – bursting with nutrition and good stuff.

Take the nutrition to an even higher level with a whipped coconut cream topping – recipe below in notes.

Lemon Blueberry Swirl Protein Slice

Simple to make and packed with sweet blueberry flavor, this two-layer protein-rich slice has the best light and creamy lemon yogurt cheesecake-esque filling swirled with dollops of homemade sweet and tart blueberries, all nestled on a nutty, oaty crust. These babies look a million dollars on a desert table or at a family gathering.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword blueberry cheesecake protein slice, blueberry swirl protein bars, healthy lemon blueberry protein slice, lemon blueberry protein slice bars, lemon blueberry swirl protein slice

Servings 16

Ingredients

Base Crust

• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond flour (almonds blended to a flour)
• 1/4 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Lemon Yogurt Layer

• 2 cups plain Greek-style yogurt (full fat for the creamiest texture)
• 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder, plain or vanilla
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1-2 lemons, juice and zest depending on how lemony you prefer

Blueberry Swirl

• 1 1/2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Toppings Optional

• Whipped coconut cream – recipe link below in notes
• Lemon zest
• Fresh blueberries

Instructions

• Line a 8 x 8-inch baking pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.

Base Crust

• Stir oats, almond flour and coconut in a bowl. Add melted coconut oil, honey and vanilla extract. Mix until the mixture resembles damp sand.

  Scoop out into the lined pan and spread out evenly with a spatula or back of a spoon.

  Place in fridge while you make the next layer.

Lemon Yogurt Layer

• In a bowl mix yogurt, honey, protein powder, lemon juice and zest until smooth. Taste test and add more honey, lemon juice or zest if you think it needs it.

  Pour the yogurt mixture over the crust and smooth the surface.

Blueberry Swirl

• Heat blueberries, honey, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over a low heat for 3-5 minutes until juicy and slightly thickened. Lightly mash to create a sauce.

  Take off heat, let cool then spoon dollops of the blueberry sauce over the yogurt layer and use a knife to swirl gently. Swirl only a few times to keep the pattern clean.

  Freeze the pan for 3 to 4 hours or until firm enough to slice.

  Lift out using parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares. Tip: Run the knife under hot water for cleaner cuts.

  Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer up to 3 months. If fully frozen, let sit at room temperature 10 minutes before eating.

Notes

Homemade Whipped Coconut Cream

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut cream or milk the day before you need it.

Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.

Go here for the simple recipe:  Whipped Coconut Cream 

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