Cottage cheesecake

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Cottage Cheese Cheesecake, which is a lighter alternative to traditional cheesecake!

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• For the Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed cookies)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the Filling:
  • 2 cups cottage cheese (small curd)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
   • Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
3. Make the Filling:
   • In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. Pour Filling Over Crust:
   • Pour the cottage cheese filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
5. Bake:
   • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden. The center may still be slightly jiggly.
6. Cool and Chill:
   • Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour to cool gradually. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to fully set.
7. Serve:
   • Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Slice and serve as is, or top with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a fruit sauce.

Enjoy!

This Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is creamy and delicious, offering a lighter option that’s still rich in flavor!