Healthy Cheesecake with Cottage Cheese The Worktop from www.theworktop.com
Introduction
Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that most people love. However, it is not the healthiest dessert option due to its high sugar and fat content. Fortunately, there are ways to make a healthy cheesecake recipe that is just as delicious but without all the unhealthy ingredients.
Ingredients
For the crust: - 1 cup almond flour - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut - 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted - 1 tablespoon honey - 1/4 teaspoon salt For the filling: - 16 oz. low-fat cream cheese, softened - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt - 1/2 cup honey - 2 eggs - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, honey, and salt until well combined. 3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. 4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and honey together until smooth. 5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 6. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. 7. Pour the filling into the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. 8. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. 9. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours or overnight. 10. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition
This healthy cheesecake recipe makes 10 servings. Each serving contains approximately: - 300 calories - 20g fat - 16g carbohydrates - 10g protein Compared to a traditional cheesecake recipe, this healthy version has significantly fewer calories and less fat. It is also higher in protein and contains no refined sugar.
Tips and Variations
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free almond flour instead of regular flour. - You can substitute the honey with maple syrup or another natural sweetener of your choice. - To add some flavor, mix in some fresh berries or a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the filling. - You can also experiment with different crusts such as using crushed nuts or oats instead of almond flour.
Conclusion
This healthy cheesecake recipe is a great alternative to traditional cheesecake that is high in calories and unhealthy ingredients. It is a guilt-free dessert that you can enjoy without compromising your health. Try it out and share it with your friends and family!
