Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

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This Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese is just 103 calories with 11.4g of protein per serving (2 tablespoons). I created this healthy tofu cream cheese recipe to help you boost protein on your favorite sandwiches. So use this protein packed spread in place of mayo to increase the protein while lowering the calories.

Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 14 ounces firm tofu 
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 1 teaspoon salt 
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • See recipe card for several more flavors!

Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

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Healthy Tofu Cream Cheese Meal Prep and Storage

Meal Prep: This is a wonderful meal prep recipe! Simply make ahead of time, cover and store in the fridge. Use all week long on bagels, as spreads on sandwiches and wraps, or add one of the two sweet boosts to enjoy an indulgent cream cheese dip with fruit.
Storage: Will hold for 5 days in the fridge.

Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese Recipe

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Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese

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Did you know that 2 tablespoons of cream cheese has LESS THAN 2g of protein? But 2 tablespoons of this tofu cream cheese has 11.4g of protein! Talk about a great way to boost your protein!
You don't need to be vegan to use this either! Use it as a spread on your favorite sandwiches or wraps. Make dips that are packed with protein, and even sweeten it to dip fruit into for a healthy and protein packed snack or dessert.
Special Tip: Be sure to check out all the yummy flavors below,
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course spread
Cuisine American
Servings 14 servings
Calories 103 kcal

Equipment

  • blender or food processor

Ingredients
 
 

Unflavored (Base) Cream Cheese:

  • 14 ounces firm tofu one block
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 1 teaspoon salt skip for sweet cream cheeses
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder skip for sweet cream cheeses

Jalapeño Cream Cheese:

  • 2-3 tablespoons pickled jalapeños
  • ½ teaspoon juice from pickled jalapeños jar

Strawberry Cream Cheese:

Blueberry Cream Cheese:

Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese:

  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped chives or dried
  • 2 teaspoons chopped basil
  • ½ teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
  • ½ teaspoon dill fresh or dried
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cost Saving Tip: the “Poultry pack” of fresh herbs is perfect for this recipe!

Chive and Onion Cream Cheese:

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor, along with any add-ins you have chosen.
  • Pulse to get things moving, then blend until smooth.
  • Chill in the fridge, see above for meal prep and storage information.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 103kcalCarbohydrates: 0.7gProtein: 11.4gFat: 5.6gSaturated Fat: 0.7gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 189mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.4gCalcium: 159mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Low Calorie High Protein Tofu Cream Cheese, vegan cream cheese
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