Ingredients
Cheesecake Mixture
- 2 cups cottage cheese (2% milk fat)
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 cups plain Greek yogurt (full fat)
Assembly
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries, fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Add the 2 cups of cottage cheese to a large food processor. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes until the texture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps. This creates the base of the cheesecake filling.
- Add Sweetener: Add 4 tablespoons of maple syrup to the blended cottage cheese and blend again until fully combined, imparting sweetness to the cheesecake mixture.
- Mix with Greek Yogurt: Transfer the whipped cottage cheese mixture into a mixing bowl. Add 3 cups of plain full-fat Greek yogurt and gently fold them together using a silicone spatula, creating a smooth, creamy, high-protein cheesecake mixture.
- Layer the Jars: In 4 serving jars, create layers starting with a base of crushed graham crackers. Next, add a layer of the cheesecake mixture, followed by another layer of crushed graham crackers. Then add a layer of berries, and finally, top with another layer of the cheesecake mixture. Garnish with additional fresh berries on top for an appealing presentation.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill the jars in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and the texture to firm up slightly. This recipe yields approximately 4 servings.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer and creamier texture.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave syrup for different sweetness profiles.
- Feel free to use your favorite types of berries or a mix for varied flavor and color.
- The jars can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For a lower-calorie version, use low-fat cottage cheese and Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
