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Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a lighter, protein-packed twist on the classic dessert, featuring a graham cracker crust and a creamy filling made with cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and a hint of lemon zest. Perfect for a comforting treat that feels indulgent yet wholesome.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (2% or any kind) (227g/8oz)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (nonfat, 2% or full-fat) (57g/2oz)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2.5 tablespoons sugar (32g)
  • 1.5 tablespoons flour or cornstarch (12g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Optional Toppings

  • Yogurt
  • Strawberries (fresh or as a quick compote)
  • Granola

Instructions

  1. Prepare the graham cracker crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-inch springform pan. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is evenly moistened. Press this crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  2. Bake the crust: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: In a high-powered blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, egg, sugar, flour or cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and thoroughly combined, ensuring a creamy texture without lumps.
  4. Assemble and bake the cheesecake: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture over the baked crust in the springform pan. Return to the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set, beginning to brown, and the surface appears matte. The center should still jiggle slightly but not be liquid or sloshy.
  5. Cool and chill: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for several hours or overnight to set properly and develop flavors.
  6. Add toppings and serve: Before serving, optionally spread or sprinkle your choice of toppings such as yogurt, fresh strawberries or a quick strawberry compote, and granola for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • The crust is optional; you can bake the cheesecake without it in a greased pan if preferred.
  • Use a high-powered blender to ensure the cottage cheese filling is completely smooth.
  • Lemon zest adds a fresh brightness but can be omitted if desired.
  • For the strawberry compote, cook frozen strawberries with a little water, a cornstarch slurry, and sugar until thickened.
  • Chilling the cheesecake overnight improves texture and flavor.
  • To make this cheesecake gluten-free, ensure the graham crackers used are gluten-free.

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