Ingredients
Cheesecake Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Make sure it's smooth for best texture.
- 1 cup cream cheese At room temperature.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can use low-fat for a lighter option.
- 1/2 cup sugar or sweetener of choice Adjust to taste.
- 3 large eggs At room temperature.
- 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest From fresh lemons.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared springform pan.
Baking
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set and slightly golden on top.
Cooling and Serving
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Serve chilled, garnished with lemon slices or berries if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 220mgSugar: 8g
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best blending. For creamier texture, blend longer without overmixing. Adjust sweetness to preference.
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