Description
Creamy, high-protein cheesecake for one—made with cottage cheese and yogurt, blended smooth and cooked in minutes. Perfect for a quick dessert craving or a healthier solo treat.
Ingredients
3/4 cup cottage cheese
3 tbsp yogurt
1 egg
2 tbsp protein powder (vanilla or plain)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: berries, honey, chocolate chips, granola, nut butter
Instructions
1. Add cottage cheese, yogurt, egg, protein powder, vanilla, and salt to a blender.
2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Pour into a lightly greased microwave-safe ramekin or small oven-safe dish.
4. Cook until set (microwave in 30-second bursts OR bake at 350°F/175°C until edges are firm and center slightly jiggles).
5. Cool 5–10 minutes (or chill for a firmer texture).
6. Add toppings and serve.
Notes
For best texture, blend the cottage cheese until no curds remain.
Protein powder sweetness varies—taste the batter and add 1 tsp honey or maple syrup if desired.
Chill before serving for a more classic cheesecake feel.
Egg-free option: swap egg for 2–3 tbsp cornstarch (softer set).
Storage: best fresh, but can be refrigerated up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg