10 Healthy Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Recipes

ByViolet ParkerEditorial Policy

Did you know that cottage cheese can be used to make a creamy, light, and totally delicious cheesecake? This super cool hack has been going viral on TikTok in 2024, and I’m obsessed with this easy way to make a healthier, high protein dessert at home! That’s why I’ve created this collection of the very best cottage cheese cheesecake recipes. They’re crustless, baked, lower in carbs, and keto friendly. If you’re following a meal prep diet, they’re perfect for keeping in the fridge and slicing up so you can enjoy a sweet treat without losing sight of your goals! Let’s jump in… 

(By the way, I think you’ll also enjoy my cottage cheese mousse recipes and cottage cheese ice cream recipes for more inspiration!) 

1. Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

strawberry cottage cheese cheesecake

This Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is light and refreshing, featuring a creamy cottage cheese filling with a delightful strawberry topping. It’s perfect for a summer dessert, or an after dinner treat at any time of the year.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of honey. Top the cooled cheesecake with the strawberries.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

2. Blueberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

blueberry cottage cheese cheesecake

This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a delicious and healthy dessert that combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the sweetness of blueberries.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the blueberries with 2 tablespoons of honey. Top the cooled cheesecake with the blueberries.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

3. Lemon Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

lemon cottage cheese cheesecake

This Lemon Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is light and tangy, with a refreshing lemon flavor that’s perfect for a summer dessert.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving, garnished with lemon zest.

4. Chocolate Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

chocolate cottage cheese cheesecake

This Chocolate Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is rich and decadent, with a creamy cottage cheese filling and a deep chocolate flavor.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and cocoa powder. Blend until smooth.
  3. Stir in the dark chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  6. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

5. Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

pumpkin cottage cheese cheesecake

This Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is perfect for fall, combining creamy cottage cheese with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

6. Raspberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

raspberry cottage cheese cheesecake

This Raspberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is light and fruity, featuring a creamy cottage cheese filling with a fresh raspberry topping.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the raspberries with 2 tablespoons of honey. Top the cooled cheesecake with the raspberries.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

7. Coconut Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

coconut cottage cheese cheesecake

This Coconut Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a tropical delight, combining creamy cottage cheese with shredded coconut and a hint of vanilla.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded coconut.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  6. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

8. Peach Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

peach cottage cheese cheesecake

This Peach Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a healthy, high protein treat, featuring a creamy cottage cheese filling with a fresh peach topping.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 fresh peaches, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the peach slices with 2 tablespoons of honey. Top the cooled cheesecake with the peaches.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

9. Cherry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

cherry cottage cheese cheesecake

This Cherry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines creamy cottage cheese with a sweet and tangy cherry topping.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, almond extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the cherries with 2 tablespoons of honey. Top the cooled cheesecake with the cherries.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

10. Mango Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

mango cottage cheese cheesecake

This Mango Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is a tropical delight, featuring creamy cottage cheese and fresh mango puree for a refreshing summer dessert.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup mango puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, mango puree, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  5. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

These 10 cottage cheese cheesecake recipes offer a variety of flavors and ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a light healthy, high protein dessert or a rich, decadent treat, these cheesecakes are sure to satisfy.