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Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Creamy Cottage Cheese Cheesecake That's Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy a guilt-free Cottage Cheese Cheesecake that's creamy, high-protein, and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust (Optional)
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with almond flour for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can use sugar substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese (2%) Any fat percentage works
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Any fat version can be used
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used as vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Flour or Cornstarch Use cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Can be omitted
For Serving
  • Toppings (optional) Suggestions include yogurt, fresh strawberries, or granola

Equipment

  • 6-inch springform pan
  • Blender
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-inch springform pan.
  2. If making a crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt. Mix in melted butter and press into the pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  3. Blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, egg, sugar, flour/cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour filling over baked crust or directly into greased pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. Cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  6. Release the cheesecake from the springform pan and top with yogurt, strawberries, or granola before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, cool completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation. Adjust baking times for larger or glass pans as necessary.

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