Description

This Cottage Cheese Cheesecake No Bake is a refreshing, high-protein twist on the classic dessert, made with creamy cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, natural sweeteners, and a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s perfect for hot days when you want a light yet indulgent treat without using the oven.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Filling

2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
1 cup Greek yogurt
¼ to ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest

Optional (for a firmer set)

1 tbsp gelatin or 1 tsp agar agar powder
2 tbsp warm lemon juice (to dissolve gelatin/agar)

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs, then mix with melted butter until the texture resembles damp sand. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a springform pan or pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Blend the Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
Optional Gelatin Step: If using, dissolve gelatin or agar agar in warm lemon juice. Let it bloom for a few minutes, then stir into the blended mixture to help the cheesecake set more firmly.
Chill and Set: Pour the smooth filling over the prepared crust and spread evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until fully set and sliceable.
Add Toppings: Before serving, top with your choice of fresh berries, mango slices, a drizzle of dark chocolate, or nut butter for added flavor and texture.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier result.
If texture is an issue, strain cottage cheese through cheesecloth before blending.
Let the cheesecake chill overnight for best results and clean slicing.
Use a warm knife for neat slices—wipe between each cut.
Gelatin is optional but helps maintain structure, especially in warmer weather.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 230
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: no bake cheesecake, cottage cheese dessert, healthy cheesecake, summer cheesecake, high protein dessert