This is rich, creamy high-protein cheesecake with a light cocoa dusting. A guilt-free, satisfying dessert that’s high in protein and low in carbs!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Smooth, creamy texture
- High protein from Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and eggs
- No baking required or simple bake option
- Diabetic-friendly and sugar-free
- Perfect for meal prep or a healthy treat
Ingredients (Makes 8 slices)
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup allulose or preferred sugar-free sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting or mixing in)
- Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice or zest for brightness
- Optional crust: ½ cup almond flour + 2 tbsp melted butter + pinch of sweetener
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) if baking. Line a springform pan or small cake pan with parchment.
- In a blender or food processor, blend Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, sweetener, and vanilla until completely smooth.
- (Optional) Press a simple almond flour crust into the bottom of the pan.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the pan. Smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. (Or chill the no-bake version for 4+ hours.)
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Dust the top with cocoa powder before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes (if baking) Chill Time: 2 hours Total Time: About 3 hours
Nutrition (Per Slice)
- Calories: ~210
- Protein: 18g
- Total Carbs: 8g
- Net Carbs: 6g
- Fat: 8g
