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No-Bake Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

A light, protein-rich cheesecake that skips the oven. Cottage cheese creates a creamy filling without the density of traditional cheesecake—ready in 15 minutes plus 2 hours chill time.

Total time
135 min
Servings
8
Calories
285
Protein
8g
No-Bake Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.

  2. Step 2

    Press firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. Refrigerate while making filling.

  3. Step 3

    Combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, honey, and lemon juice in a blender.

  4. Step 4

    Blend on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy, ~2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Pour filling over crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.

  6. Step 6

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set, or overnight for best texture.

  7. Step 7

    Run a thin knife around the edge, then release the springform and slice into 8 wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8-inch springform pan
  • blender
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula
  • thin knife

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