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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups

Delicious High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups to Savor

Indulge in these High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups, a delightful way to satisfy dessert cravings with a healthy twist.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use full-fat (4% or 5%) for best results.
  • 8 oz Softened Cream Cheese Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with full-fat regular yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Or substitute with maple syrup or a sugar alternative.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cardamom Optional for added flavor.
Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Toasted Pecans Optional.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional.
  • 1/4 cup Softened Butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
Strawberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Strawberries
  • 1 tbsp Additional Honey For sweetening the compote.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries with a drizzle of honey. Cook for about 10 minutes until the mixture begins to break down. Mash gently with a fork and allow it to simmer until thickened. Let cool completely.
  2. Toast pecans in a dry skillet if using. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, softened butter, and optional cinnamon. Mix until resembling wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of small jars or cups to create a crust.
  3. In a food processor, blend softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and optional cardamom until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Scrape down the sides to incorporate all ingredients.
  4. Spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in each jar, smoothing the top with a spatula. Drizzle the cooled strawberry compote over the filling.
  5. Cover jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use full-fat dairy products, and chill overnight for improved flavor and texture.

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