Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
A light and creamy cottage cheese cheesecake that offers a healthier twist on the classic dessert, perfect for a satisfying treat without the heaviness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
- In a food processor, blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy and smooth.
- Add blended cottage cheese, eggs one at a time, vanilla extract, lemon juice, flour, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Pour filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
For best results, serve chilled with fresh berries or a drizzle of honey to enhance the natural flavors.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/cottage-cheese-cheesecake-delight/