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Healthy Cheesecake Recipes with Cottage Cheese

Some desserts whisper comfort, but this one? It kind of sings it. I grew up thinking cheesecake had to be this heavy, bakery-style slice that left you feeling like you’d just run a marathon in cream cheese. Then I discovered cottage cheese could pull off a little magic trick—it lightens things up without robbing you of that cheesecake satisfaction. And here we are with what I like to call my weeknight cheesecake miracle. Now, let’s be honest, cottage cheese doesn’t usually win beauty contests. But give it a blender and a dash of sweetener, and suddenly it transforms into this smooth, creamy base that makes you question everything you thought you knew about dessert. I’ve shared it at family dinners, and every time someone asks, 'Wait, what’s in this again?' When I say cottage cheese, they look at me like I’m pulling their leg. Nope—completely serious. This recipe has become one of my favorite cottage cheese healthy recipes because it balances indulgence and health so neatly. Whether you’re into cottage cheese recipes healthy, keeping things low-carb with Keto Healthy Recipes, or just hunting for dessert recipes healthy enough not to wreck your day, this one fits the bill. It’s also one of those cottage cheesecake recipes you’ll want to make again and again. So grab that container of cottage cheese, and let’s turn it into something that’ll surprise everyone at the table.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keywords: cottage cheese healthy recipes, cottage cheese recipes, cottage cheese recipes healthy, cottage cheesecake recipes, dessert recipes healthy, Healthy Cheesecake Recipes, Keto Healthy Recipes
Servings: 8 slices
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Fresh berries for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a small baking dish.
  2. Blend cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a bowl, whisk eggs, sweetener, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt until combined.
  4. Stir in the blended cottage cheese and almond flour until smooth.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for about 40 minutes or until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
  8. Top with fresh berries if desired and serve chilled.