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Mini Sugar-Free Salted Caramel Pumpkin New York Style Cheesecakes

Lisa Kidd

The holidays are the perfect time for cozy flavors, and these Mini Sugar-Free Salted Caramel Pumpkin New York Style Cheesecakes check all the boxes. They’re rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, and finished with just the right touch of salted caramel — without all the sugar.

These mini cheesecakes are portion-controlled, bariatric-friendly, and ideal for holiday gatherings, dessert trays, or just a special treat at home.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 5 oz Nutrail Cinnamon Pecan Keto Granola
  • 1.25 oz butter, melted

Cheesecake Batter

  • 12 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup Splenda
  • ¼ cup 100% pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs, scrambled before adding
  • 0.75 oz cornstarch
  • 1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • Dash of cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 2.7 fl oz heavy cream
  • 1 splash Jordan’s Brown Sugar Cinnamon Skinny Syrup (to taste)
  • 1 splash Jordan’s Caramel Skinny Syrup (to taste)
  • Toppings
  • Salted caramel salt
  • Skinny Mixes caramel sauce

Instructions

💡 Affiliate Note: I use both Jordan’s Skinny Syrups and Skinny Mixes products in this recipe. If you’re shopping Skinny Mixes, you can save 10% on your first order with my code BARIATRICLIVING101 at checkout.

Step 1: Make the Crust

  1. Add the keto granola to a food processor and pulse until finely crushed.
  2. Add melted butter and blend until well combined.
  3. Divide evenly among 12 mini cheesecake cups and press firmly.
  4. Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Batter

  1. In a blender or mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Splenda, pumpkin puree, cornstarch, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla, and heavy cream.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add scrambled eggs last and blend just until incorporated.
  4. Add a splash of both skinny syrups to your desired sweetness.

Step 3: Bake

  1. Use an ice cream scoop to evenly portion batter into each crust.
  2. Place cheesecakes in a steam bath.
  3. Bake at 300°F for 20 minutes.

Step 4: Cool & Finish

  1. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle salted caramel salt on top while warm.
  2. Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  3. Drizzle with Skinny Mixes caramel sauce before serving.

These mini pumpkin cheesecakes are a must-have for the holiday season. They’re festive, flavorful, and a great way to enjoy dessert while staying mindful of sugar and portions.

If you try this recipe, let me know how it turns out — and don’t forget to check out more sugar-free and bariatric-friendly recipes here on Bariatric Living! 🧡

🍰 Mini Sugar-Free Low Carb New York Style Cheesecakes with Blueberry Sauce

Lisa Kidd

Perfect for the Holidays!

There’s something about cheesecake that feels luxurious — creamy, rich, and just a little indulgent. But what if you could enjoy that same classic flavor without the sugar or guilt? These Mini Sugar-Free, Low Carb New York Style Cheesecakes are proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean giving up dessert!

Each mini cheesecake starts with a cinnamon pecan granola crust, baked just until golden. The filling is a smooth blend of cream cheese, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness from Jordan’s Skinny Syrups — giving you that classic New York-style flavor with a low-carb twist.

The real magic happens when you top them with a sugar-free blueberry sauce, thickened perfectly with a cornstarch slurry. It adds just the right touch of tartness and color — beautiful enough for a holiday dessert table, but easy enough for any day of the week.

🧁 Mini Sugar-Free, Low Carb New York Style Cheesecakes

Makes: 12 mini cheesecakes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours

⭐ Ingredients

Crust

  • 5 oz Nutrail Cinnamon Pecan Keto Granola
  • 1.25 oz melted butter

Cheesecake Batter

  • 12 oz softened cream cheese
  • ¼ cup Splenda (or your preferred sugar-free sweetener)
  • 2 eggs, lightly scrambled
  • 0.75 oz cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste
  • 2.7 fl oz heavy cream
  • 2 splashes Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup (adjust to desired sweetness)

Blueberry Sauce

  • 24 oz frozen blueberries
  • ¼ cup Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup (or Blueberry Cobbler flavor if you have it)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

  1. Add the Nutrail Cinnamon Pecan Keto Granola to a food processor.
  2. Pulse until finely crushed.
  3. Add the melted butter and blend again until combined.
  4. Divide evenly into 12 lined muffin cups, pressing down firmly to create the crust base.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Batter

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add Splenda, cornstarch, vanilla bean paste, and heavy cream. Mix until combined.
  3. Pour in the two beaten eggs last and mix until smooth.
  4. Add your Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup for added sweetness and blend gently.
  5. Use an ice cream scoop to portion the batter evenly over the cooled crusts.

Step 3: Bake the Cheesecakes

  1. Place the muffin tin inside a larger baking pan filled with about 1 inch of hot water to create a steam bath.
  2. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 30 minutes, or until centers are just set.
  3. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.

Step 4: Make the Sugar-Free Blueberry Sauce

  1. In a saucepan, combine frozen blueberries and Jordan’s Skinny Syrup.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer until berries break down and the sauce starts to thicken.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
  4. Stir the slurry into the blueberries and cook for 1 minute, until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5: Assemble & Enjoy!

Once your cheesecakes are chilled and set, spoon the blueberry sauce over each mini cheesecake. Garnish with a few fresh blueberries or a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream if desired.

Keep them stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve — they taste even better the next day!

💡 Tips & Notes

  • You can make these up to 3 days ahead — perfect for holiday prep!
  • Try swapping in raspberries or strawberries for a fruity twist.
  • If you don’t have Vanilla Bean Paste, pure vanilla extract works just as well.

🎄 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These mini cheesecakes are everything you want in a holiday dessert — rich, creamy, portion-controlled, and made with better-for-you ingredients. Whether you’ve had bariatric surgery or simply want to live a protein-forward, low-carb lifestyle, these are a dessert you’ll feel great about enjoying and sharing!

💬 Final Thoughts

Healthy living is all about balance — and dessert can absolutely be part of that! These little cheesecakes are a delicious reminder that you don’t need sugar to make something sweet and satisfying.

So go ahead and bake up a batch for your next gathering, or keep them in your fridge as a little treat for yourself. You’ve earned it!

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☕️ Salted Caramel Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Coffee

Lisa Kidd

A guilt-free, protein-packed coffeehouse drink you can make right at home!

💛 My Story Behind the Sip

Some mornings, a plain cup of coffee just doesn’t cut it. You crave something creamy, rich, and comforting — a little taste of indulgence that still fits your goals.

After my bariatric surgery, I promised myself I’d find ways to enjoy my favorite treats in a way that supported my new lifestyle. That’s how this Salted Caramel Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Coffee came to life. It’s everything I love — sweet, chocolatey, and silky smooth — without all the sugar or guilt.

This recipe has quickly become my daily “treat yourself” moment. It’s full of protein, low in carbs, and tastes like dessert in a cup — because living a healthy life doesn’t mean giving up joy. 💛

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ✅ Protein-forward: keeps you full and satisfied
  • ✅ Low-carb & sugar-free: perfect for bariatric or low-carb lifestyles
  • ✅ Coffeehouse flavor: all the taste without the high-calorie extras
  • ✅ Quick & easy: ready in under 5 minutes
  • ✅ Perfect for mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups

Salted Caramel Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Coffee

🧋 Ingredients

  • 1 Fairlife Chocolate Protein Shake
  • 2 splashes Jordan’s Salted Caramel Skinny Syrup
  • 2 swirls of Jordan’s Salted Caramel Sauce (optional but delicious)
  • 1 tsp PB Fit Chocolate Peanut Butter Powder
  • 1 tsp Sugar-free butterscotch pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled
  • Ice
  • Sugar-free whipped cream, for topping
  • Pinch of salted caramel salt or sea salt, for garnish

🥄 Instructions

  1. Blend the base:
    In a blender, combine the Fairlife Chocolate Protein Shake, Jordan’s Salted Caramel Skinny Syrup, PB Fit Chocolate Peanut Butter Powder, and sugar-free butterscotch pudding mix. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Prepare your coffee:
    Fill a glass with ice and swirl some Caramel sauce around the inside of the glass and pour in the cooled coffee.
  3. Combine:
    Slowly pour the blended protein mixture over your iced coffee.
  4. Top it off:
    Add a swirl of sugar-free whipped cream, a drizzle of salted caramel sauce, and a sprinkle of caramel salt for the perfect finishing touch.
  5. Sip & enjoy:
    Treat yourself to this rich, protein-packed, low-carb coffee that tastes like dessert in a cup!

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Swap the Fairlife Chocolate Shake for Salted Caramel for a flavor twist.
  • Add a shot of espresso for a stronger coffee flavor.
  • For a frosty version, blend everything with ice instead of pouring it over coffee.
  • Want it extra creamy? Add 1 tbsp of sugar-free vanilla pudding mix instead of butterscotch.

💬 Final Thoughts

This recipe is proof that healthy living doesn’t mean giving up flavor or fun. It’s a simple, satisfying way to start your day with something that feels special — and keeps you fueled with protein and energy.

So next time you’re craving a fancy coffeehouse drink, skip the drive-thru and blend this up instead. Your body (and taste buds!) will thank you. ☕️💛

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