Description
Creamy chocolate cottage cheese cheesecake delivers a guilt-free dessert that redefines indulgence with its protein-packed, low-sugar magic. Silky smooth texture and rich cocoa notes will transport you to a delightful world of healthier sweet satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) graham crackers or chocolate cookie crumbs
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) cottage cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) salt
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan. Crush graham crackers and mix thoroughly with melted butter to create a compact crust base.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan, ensuring an even layer. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until the mixture achieves a completely smooth and homogeneous texture with no visible lumps.
- Carefully pour the chocolate filling over the cooled crust, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a level surface.
- Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The center should set but retain a slight wobble when gently shaken.
- After baking, turn off the oven and leave the door slightly ajar, allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually and prevent surface cracking.
- Refrigerate the cooled cheesecake for 2-4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal flavor and texture.
- Before serving, melt chocolate chips in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each interval until completely smooth.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the chilled cheesecake. Optionally, garnish with additional chocolate chips or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Slice and serve the decadent chocolate cottage cheese cheesecake chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or oat-based cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce honey or use sugar-free sweeteners like stevia for a lower-carb and diabetic-friendly dessert option.
- Use room temperature ingredients to prevent lumpy texture and ensure smooth, creamy cheesecake consistency.
- Prevent cracking by avoiding overmixing eggs and baking in a water bath for more even, gentle heat distribution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg