Description
This High Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is the perfect guilt-free dessert! It’s creamy, rich, and packed with protein ideal for fitness enthusiasts, those on a healthy eating journey, or anyone who loves cheesecake without the guilt.
Ingredients
For the Crust (Optional):
1 cup almond flour
3 tablespoons melted butter
1-2 tablespoons stevia or natural sweetener
For the Cheesecake Filling:
2 cups cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a springform pan for easy removal.
Make the crust by mixing almond flour, melted butter, and sweetener in a bowl until combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden, then set aside.
Prepare the filling by blending the cottage cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon juice, honey, and protein powder. Blend again until the mixture becomes creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition until just combined to avoid over-mixing.
Pour the batter over the cooled crust. Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour to prevent cracks. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Serve chilled with your favorite toppings—fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, or dark chocolate shavings are perfect choices!
Notes
Skip the crust for a crustless, lower-carb option
Use stevia or monk fruit instead of honey for a low-sugar variation
Add a berry swirl for an extra fruity, refreshing twist
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: High protein, healthy cheesecake, cottage cheese dessert