Lighter Chocolate Cottage Cheesecake (Printable Version)

Decadent chocolate cheesecake lightened with cottage cheese for a protein-rich, creamy dessert.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
03 - 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 1 tbsp maple syrup

→ Filling

05 - 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
06 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
11 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
12 - 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips, melted and cooled

→ Topping

13 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
14 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
15 - Dark chocolate shavings

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 340°F. Line base of 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup in bowl. Press mixture evenly into pan bottom. Bake 8 minutes, then set aside.
03 - Process cottage cheese in food processor or blender until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
04 - Add Greek yogurt, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, cornstarch, and melted chocolate. Blend until silky and fully combined.
05 - Pour filling over cooled crust. Smooth surface. Bake 35-40 minutes until center is just set but slightly wobbly.
06 - Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
07 - Remove from oven and refrigerate at least 3 hours until fully set. Top with Greek yogurt mixture and chocolate shavings before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 11g per serving thanks to cottage cheese and Greek yogurt.
  • A lighter alternative that is lower in fat but still incredibly rich and creamy.
  • Simple preparation using a blender for a smooth, silky texture every time.
02 -
  • Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled down before adding it to the blender to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
  • For a perfectly firm set, leave the cheesecake in the refrigerator for the full 4 hours or even overnight.
  • Always use a springform pan for easy removal without damaging the delicate crust.
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