Description
Creamy Mini Cottage Cheese Cheesecakes bring Italian-inspired dessert magic to your kitchen with minimal effort. Rich, tangy flavors dance alongside smooth textures, offering you a delightful sweet treat that satisfies without overwhelming.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (455 g) dry curd cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 3 tablespoons (30 g) erythritol or sweetener of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients and Extras:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing the muffin pan
Instructions
- Prepare a 12-cup muffin pan by lining each cavity with parchment paper rounds or cupcake liners. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine all base ingredients in a blender, processing on medium-high speed until achieving a silky, uniform consistency. Ensure no cottage cheese lumps remain.
- Carefully distribute the creamy mixture into prepared muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top for maximum volume.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven, baking for 25-30 minutes. Look for a set texture with slight firmness when gently touched.
- Remove from oven and allow mini cheesecakes to rest inside the pan for 15 minutes, helping them stabilize and prevent potential cracking.
- Gently extract each cheesecake from the pan, placing on a cooling rack to reach room temperature. Complete cooling ensures optimal texture and easier serving.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor profile and extra protein boost.
- Use silicone muffin liners for easier removal and no sticking issues with these delicate mini cheesecakes.
- Consider adding lemon zest or almond extract for subtle, elegant flavor variations that elevate the basic recipe.
- Top with fresh berries or a light fruit compote to introduce natural sweetness and create a more gourmet dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 68 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 128 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg