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Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Recipe

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4.1 from 12 reviews

This delightful Cottage Cheese Cheesecake offers a creamy, protein-packed dessert with a crunchy graham cracker crust. Using simple ingredients like cottage cheese, protein powder, and Greek yogurt, this recipe is baked to perfection and chilled for a smooth, rich texture. Perfect for a single serving, it combines classic cheesecake flavors with a wholesome twist.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Crust

  • 15 g Graham Cracker Crumbs (Your Choice)
  • ½ Tablespoon Butter (Your Choice)

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 Large Whole Egg
  • ½ Cup Cottage Cheese (Reduced or Full Fat)
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Tablespoon Sweetener (Your Choice)
  • 1 Scoop Protein Powder (Your Choice)
  • 1 Tablespoon Greek Yogurt (Complimenting Flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Mix together your graham cracker crumbs and butter until the mixture is well combined and crumbly.
  2. Form the Crust: Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of your cheesecake dish or pan to form the crust base.
  3. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in a preheated oven at 375°F (192°C) for 5-7 minutes until it is lightly golden and set. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  4. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Add the egg, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, sweetener, protein powder, and Greek yogurt into a food processor or blender.
  5. Blend the Filling: Process or blend the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  6. Pour the Filling: Pour the blended cheesecake mixture over the baked crust in your dish or pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake the Cheesecake: Place the cheesecake back into the oven and bake at 325°F (162°C) for 20-25 minutes until the edges are set but the center still has slight jiggle.
  8. Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then wrap it and refrigerate for several hours until fully chilled and firm.

Notes

  • You can choose full-fat or reduced-fat cottage cheese based on your preference for creaminess and calorie content.
  • Select your favorite sweetener and protein powder to customize flavor and nutrition.
  • Be careful not to overbake the cheesecake to avoid cracks; it should be slightly jiggly in the center when done.
  • Chilling the cheesecake thoroughly improves texture and enhances flavor.
  • The recipe yields a single serving, ideal for a personal dessert treat.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/cottage-cheese-cheesecake-recipe/