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Creamy Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Recipe is a must-try!

 
This protein-packed cheesecake swaps traditional cream cheese for cottage cheese, creating a light, creamy dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • cottage cheese
  • Greek yogurt
  • eggs
  • honey or maple syrup
  • vanilla extract
  • lemon zest
  • cornstarch
  • graham cracker crust or almond flour crust

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F
  2. Blend cottage cheese, yogurt, eggs, sweetener, vanilla, lemon zest, and cornstarch until smooth
  3. Pour mixture into crust and smooth the top
  4. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until set
  5. 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

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