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Cottage Cheese Cheesecake


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  • Author: sara
  • Total Time: 5-6 hours (or overnight)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a healthier twist on the classic, offering a lighter, protein-packed dessert without sacrificing flavor! Made without cream cheese, this cheesecake has a creamy texture and rich taste, making it a perfect guilt-free indulgence for any occasion.


Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • Graham wafers (or graham cracker crumbs)
  • Butter (melted)
  • Sugar (cane sugar or granulated)

For the Filling:

  • Cottage cheese (2% or 4% for creaminess)
  • Greek yogurt (plain, 2% or higher fat)
  • Eggs
  • Pure vanilla extract
  • Cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend graham crackers until fine.
  • Combine with melted butter and sugar and press into the pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.

2. Prepare the Filling

  • In a high-speed blender, blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cornstarch until smooth and well combined.
  • Pour the filling over the cooled crust and place the pan on a baking sheet.

3. Create a Water Bath

  • To prevent cracks, pour hot water into the baking sheet around the pan, creating a water bath.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly wobbly.

4. Cool and Chill

  • Once baked, turn off the oven and cool the cheesecake for an hour with the oven door slightly ajar.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight to set.

Notes

  • Nut-Based Crust: Replace graham crackers with ground nuts for a gluten-free, nutty twist.
  • Crustless Cheesecake: Skip the crust entirely for a lighter version.
  • Store-Bought Crust: Save time by using a pre-made graham cracker pie crust.
  • Topping Ideas: Add fresh fruit, fruit compote, or a drizzle of honey to the top for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Cheesecake
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~280 kcal per serving