Description
A light and creamy cheesecake made with cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and eggs for a protein-rich dessert that’s surprisingly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
2 cups cottage cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
9-inch graham cracker crust
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt.
Step 3: Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Step 4: Pour the mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust.
Step 5: Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Step 6: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
Step 7: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 15g