Description
This protein-packed cheesecake swaps traditional cream cheese for cottage cheese, creating a light, creamy dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt.
Ingredients
- cottage cheese
- Greek yogurt
- eggs
- honey or maple syrup
- vanilla extract
- lemon zest
- cornstarch
- graham cracker crust or almond flour crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F
- Blend cottage cheese, yogurt, eggs, sweetener, vanilla, lemon zest, and cornstarch until smooth
- Pour mixture into crust and smooth the top
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until set
- Chill completely before slicing
Notes
- Add fresh berries or fruit compote on top
- Use silicone muffin cups for mini cheesecakes
- Let sit in fridge overnight for best texture
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American