High Protein Cheesecake

Looking for a guilt-free dessert that fuels your fitness goals? This High Protein Cheesecake made with cottage cheese, non-fat Greek yogurt, eggs, monk fruit, and protein powder is a game-changer. Packed with over 14 grams of protein per slice, it’s the ultimate clean-eating indulgence.

Whether you’re on a weight loss journey, following a low-carb diet, or just want a healthy dessert that actually tastes good, this cottage cheese cheesecake is your new go-to. Toppings are optional, but recommended — I did today’s with blueberries.

Why You’ll Love This High Protein Cheesecake

• Low-carb & low sugar: Sweetened with monk fruit, this cheesecake is perfect for keto or low-glycemic lifestyles.
• High in protein: Thanks to the combo of cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and protein powder, each slice supports muscle recovery and satiety.
• Easy to make: No water bath or complicated steps—just blend, bake, and chill.
• Creamy & satisfying: You’d never guess this cheesecake is made without cream cheese or added sugar.
• Make ahead dish: Perfect for making the day before, then refrigerating overnight for best results.

Making a High Protein Cheesecake

As usual, start by preheating the oven to 350° and prep your baking dish.

An 11 x 7″ or 9 x 9″ dish works best. Line the dish with some parchment paper and grease any sides not covered with paper.

Next, get out your blender. To make the basic cheesecake, simply dump all the ingredients into the blender and blend away. By blending it, the protein powder and cottage cheese is broken down for a smoother texture, as if you were using cream cheese.

Don’t worry if you forget (like I did) to use your blender. The only difference is a bit of graininess from the protein powder. I realized as I was pouring it into the dish that I had used my hand-held beaters instead. Oh well!

Pour the batter into the prepared dish, then sprinkle the blueberries on top.

Bake for 50 minutes, then let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Then, cover the dish and refrigerate overnight for best results. This make-ahead recipe is great when you know you’ll be busy the next day.

Topping Ideas (Still Healthy!)

• Fresh berries or sugar-free berry compote
• A drizzle of almond butter
• Cacao nibs or crushed nuts
• High-protein whipped topping

Mixing it up

Let’s start with the toppings. If using blueberries, you can either blend them with the other ingredients, stir them into the mix while keeping them whole, or place them on top. I placed mine on top for a visual moment, but they would be just as good inside.

Other toppings may not blend so well, like nuts, but that doesn’t mean you can’t stir them in, or sprinkle on top.

Then, you have the protein powder. Switch out the vanilla for your favorite: chocolate, strawberry, or pumpkin spice. The protein powder is what flavors the dish more than the other ingredients, so pick a good one.

Mix and match with the toppings. I think chocolate protein powder and cacao nibs would be good. So would pumpkin spice protein powder and nuts, then afterwards, a drizzle of almond butter.

Basically, just have fun. Use the basic recipe, then improvise.

FAQ: High Protein Cheesecake Edition

Can I use different sweeteners?
Yes! Stevia, erythritol, or a blend like allulose work well. Adjust to your taste preference.

Does it taste like cottage cheese?
Not at all! Blending it makes the texture super creamy and neutralizes the tang. Remember, most of your flavor comes from the protein powder.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Use plant-based yogurt and dairy-free protein powder, and sub in blended silken tofu or a vegan cottage cheese alternative.

More Protein-filled Recipes

• Blueberry Protein Bars
• Banana Protein Oat Bake
• Banana Protein Smoothie
• Blueberry Protein Pancakes

Final Thoughts

This healthy protein cheesecake is a total game-changer—whether you’re meal prepping for the week, impressing guests with a macro-friendly dessert, or curbing a late-night sweet tooth. It’s proof you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to hit your goals.

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High Protein Cheesecake

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