Description
Looking for a healthier cheesecake? Try this easy cottage cheese cheesecake recipe! It’s creamy, protein-packed, and absolutely delicious—without the heavy cream cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 cups cottage cheese (blended until completely smooth)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (adds extra creaminess and protein)
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup (natural sweetener)
- 2 large eggs (helps set the cheesecake)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (stabilizes the filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (enhances flavor)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (adds a slight tang, like classic cheesecake)
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
- A drizzle of honey, caramel, or melted chocolate
- A sprinkle of powdered sugar
- A dollop of whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey (or sugar) until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool while preparing the filling.
Step 2: Blend the Cottage Cheese
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth.
- This step is crucial! You don’t want any lumps in your cheesecake.
Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the blended cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
- Mix until the filling is smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust.
Step 4: Bake the Cheesecake
- Bake the cheesecake at 325°F for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is just set but slightly jiggly.
- Once baked, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for an hour. This prevents cracks.
Step 5: Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) for the best texture.
- Before serving, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
🔹 Blend the cottage cheese well – If it’s not smooth enough, your cheesecake will have a grainy texture.
🔹 Don’t overbake – The center should still have a slight jiggle when removed from the oven.
🔹 Cool gradually – Letting the cheesecake cool in the oven reduces the risk of cracking.
🔹 Chill before serving – The flavors develop and the texture improves after chilling for several hours.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT45M
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American