Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups
A delightful and healthy dessert made with creamy cottage cheese and rich peanut butter, served in individual cups for portion control and enjoyment.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Mixture
- 2 cups cottage cheese Blended until smooth for a creamy texture.
- 1 cup natural peanut butter Use high-quality, natural varieties.
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to preference.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt Full-fat version recommended for richness.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon gelatin (optional) Dissolve in warm water if using.
- A pinch salt
Optional Crust and Toppings
- Crushed optional graham crackers or cookies For the base.
- Chopped optional nuts or chocolate chips For topping before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Add peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, gelatin (if using), and a pinch of salt to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness as needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.
- If using a crust, layer crushed graham crackers or cookies at the bottom of serving cups and divide evenly.
- Pour the peanut butter cheesecake mixture over the crust in each cup, filling nearly to the top.
- Cover cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Serving
- Serve chilled, topped with nuts or chocolate chips if desired. Drizzle with honey or melted chocolate for added sweetness.
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Notes
For best results, use quality peanut butter and ensure cottage cheese is blended smoothly. Customize toppings based on taste. These can be refrigerated for 5 days and frozen for longer storage.