Prepare the Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, spread and soften the room-temperature cream cheese with a spatula until smooth. Mix in the sweetener and vanilla extract (if using).
Fold in 2 tablespoons of yogurt to add lightness and depth of flavor.
Pour in the pre-whisked egg and mix until the batter is silky, creamy, and completely lump-free.
Prepare the Crust:Carnivore Bar Method: Tear off small pieces of a Carnivore Bar and press them firmly into the bottom of your mini baking cups. Milk Powder Crumble Method (Pan or Air Fryer): Melt 2 sticks of butter over low heat. Pour 1 1/3 cups of skim milk powder directly over the melted butter without mixing, and let it sit undisturbed for 10 minutes to absorb and brown. Once a caramelized bottom layer forms, break it into crumble pieces. Drain residual fat before using as a base. (Air Fryer Alternative: Cook butter and milk powder at 350°F (177°C) in 10-minute increments, stirring until golden and dry).
Assemble & Cook
Scoop roughly 1 tablespoon of batter into each mini crust-lined cup.
(Pro-Tip for Shape): To prevent soft mini paper cups from collapsing, nestle 5 cups closely together inside a small, round, oven-safe ceramic bowl.
Air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 12 minutes until the tops turn a light golden brown.
Chill & Serve
Transfer the cooked bites to a plate or container and place them immediately into the refrigerator or freezer.
Allow them to chill thoroughly before serving—these bites taste best served ice-cold!
