Berry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
A delightful cheesecake that brings together creamy cottage cheese with fresh mixed berries for a perfectly balanced dessert.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup finely crushed graham cracker crumbs Provides a sweet and crunchy base
- 1/4 cup melted butter Adds richness
- 1 tablespoon sugar Enhances the crust flavor
For the cheesecake filling
- 1 1/2 cups creamy cottage cheese Blended until smooth for creaminess
- 2 tablespoons honey Natural sweetener
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Adds creaminess
- 2 large eggs Provide binding
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aromatic flavor
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Gives brightness
- 1 tablespoon sugar Additional sweetness for filling
For the berry topping
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries A mix of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
- 1 tablespoon honey To coat the berries
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a blender, blend together cottage cheese, honey, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the creamy filling over the prepared crust.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool at room temperature.
Topping and Chilling
- In a bowl, mix fresh mixed berries with honey to coat. Spoon over the cooled cheesecake.
- Chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours before serving.
Notes
Ensure cottage cheese is blended until smooth to achieve a creamy texture. Avoid overbaking to prevent dryness.