HIGH PROTEIN COTTAGE CHEESE CHEESECAKE

Ingredients

• 2 cups Low-Fat Cottage Cheese (full‑fat removed, drained)
• 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (full‑fat removed, preferably 0%‑2% fat)
• 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
• 1/4 cup Honey (lightly warmed for easier mixing)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
• 1 tbsp Unflavored Gelatin Powder (bloomed in 2 tbsp cold water)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it fully preheat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Bloom Gelatin

   Sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tbsp cold water, let sit 5 minutes, then gently warm until dissolved.

   Time: PT5M

3. Blend Cheesecake Batter

   In the high‑speed blender combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, vanilla extract, and the dissolved gelatin. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 30‑45 seconds.

   Time: PT5M

4. Prepare Baking Dish

   Lightly grease the 8×8‑inch baking dish with non‑stick spray or a thin coat of oil.

   Time: PT2M

5. Transfer Batter

   Pour the smooth batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a rubber spatula.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add Raspberry Topping

   Scatter fresh raspberries evenly over the surface. For a jam swirl, drop a few spoonfuls of raspberry jam and use a knife to create a marble effect.

   Time: PT2M

7. Bake Cheesecake

   Place the dish in the center of the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly wobbly.

   Time: PT40M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Cool and Refrigerate

   Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a cooling rack for 15 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before slicing.

   Time: PT15M

9. Slice and Serve

   Run a sharp knife under hot water, wipe dry, and cut the cheesecake into 9 equal squares. Serve chilled, optionally with extra raspberries or a drizzle of jam.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

130

Protein

11 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

1 g