Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (150g) blanched almond flour
  • 3 tbsp (42g) salted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated monk fruit or erythritol
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (225g) low-fat cottage cheese
  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup (60g) vanilla whey protein isolate
  • 0.5 cup granulated monk fruit or allulose
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

Instructions:

  1. Prep the environment. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan with parchment paper. Note: This ensures the crust doesn't stick to the metal.
  2. Construct the base. In a medium bowl, combine the 1.5 cups almond flour, 3 tbsp melted butter, 2 tbsp sweetener, and 0.5 tsp vanilla.
  3. Set the foundation. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan using the back of a spoon.
  4. Par bake the crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes until the edges reach a pale golden color. Remove and let cool while you prep the filling.
  5. Calibrate the oven. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) immediately. Note: High heat will cause the protein filling to rubberize.
  6. Liquefy the cheeses. In a blender, combine the 1 cup cottage cheese, 8 oz cream cheese, 0.5 cup protein powder, and 0.5 cup sweetener. Blend until completely smooth and velvety.
  7. Emulsify the citrus. Add the 2 eggs, 0.25 cup lemon juice, and 2 tbsp lemon zest. Pulse briefly until just incorporated. Note: Stop as soon as the yellow streaks disappear to avoid air bubbles.
  8. The final bake. Pour the filling over the crust. Bake at 325°F for 30–35 minutes until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
  9. The gradual cool. Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cake sit inside for 30 minutes. Note: This prevents the surface from cracking due to sudden temp changes.
  10. The deep chill. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Wait until the center feels firm to the touch before slicing with a hot knife. Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Dump Cake: Creamy Golden Baked Dessert — Master this lemon blueberry cheesecake dump cake with our step-by-step timing...Breakfast Casserole: High-Protein & Easy — This easy breakfast casserole uses frozen hash browns and pork sausage for a ...No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake in 6 Hours 30 Minutes — Master our no bake banana pudding cheesecake with a step-by-step timing guide... $img_2$