Description
This Cottage Cheese Protein Cheesecake is a light, creamy, high-protein dessert that delivers all the indulgence of classic cheesecake with fewer calories and less sugar. Made with blended cottage cheese, eggs, and a natural sweetener, it bakes into a smooth, velvety texture that feels rich yet refreshing. Perfect for meal prep, healthy dessert cravings, or a better-for-you sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
- 2 1/4 cups (500g) cottage cheese (preferably full-fat)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sweetener (stevia, monk fruit, allulose, or sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste)
Optional Toppings
- Sugar-free jam or berry compote
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Whipped cream
- Chopped nuts
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 7-inch springform pan or pie pan with parchment paper.
- Add cottage cheese, eggs, sweetener, and vanilla extract to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides as needed to ensure no lumps remain.
- Optional: For an ultra-smooth texture, strain the blended mixture through a fine sieve.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- Remove and let cool completely at room temperature.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
- Top with berries, jam, whipped cream, or other desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Blend the mixture thoroughly to ensure a silky, cheesecake-like texture.
- Do not overbake; the center should still have a slight jiggle when removed from the oven.
- Chill overnight for the best flavor and clean slicing.
- Add toppings just before serving to keep the texture fresh.
- Full-fat cottage cheese gives the creamiest and richest result.
- This cheesecake stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Protein Cheesecake