Berry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
This light and luscious cheesecake combines creamy cottage cheese and fresh berries for a delightful dessert experience.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Provides crunchy texture.
- 1/4 cup melted butter Binding the crust together.
- 2 tbsp sugar For sweetness in the crust.
Filling Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese Creamy base for the cheesecake.
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries Choose strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
- 2 tbsp honey Natural sweetener.
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Adds richness.
- 2 large eggs Bind the filling.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tbsp of sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Blend cottage cheese, honey, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and remaining sugar in a blender until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust in the pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool at room temperature.
- Mix fresh berries with 1 tbsp honey to create a topping.
- Once the cheesecake has cooled, spoon the berry mix over the top.
- Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for 2-3 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Garnish with mint leaves.