Description
A high-protein, low-sugar chocolate cheesecake that’s perfect for a healthy dessert option, ideal for keto diets or anyone seeking a nutritious yet indulgent treat.
Ingredients
¾ cup cottage cheese (use full-fat for a creamier texture)
½ cup sugar-free chocolate chips (e.g., from LILY’S or ChocZero)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sweetener (e.g., erythritol, monk fruit, or Stevia for keto options)
Optional Add-Ins:
Sugar-free whipped cream, for topping
½ tsp cinnamon, for a hint of warmth
1 tbsp peanut butter, for extra flavor and richness (ensure it’s sugar-free and keto-friendly)
Pinch of sea salt, to enhance the chocolate flavor
Crushed pecans or walnuts, for texture
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the sugar-free chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the melted chocolate into the blender with the cottage cheese and blend again to combine.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and sweetener, and blend once more until the mixture is fully combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly between two greased ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Allow the cheesecakes to cool completely before serving. For an extra treat, top with sugar-free whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Dairy-Free: Substitute the cottage cheese with a dairy-free alternative like Kite Hill’s almond milk cream cheese.
- Flavor Additions: Add ½ tsp of cinnamon or 1 tbsp of peanut butter for extra flavor.
- Nutty Crunch: Top with crushed pecans or walnuts for added texture.
- Storage: Store the cheesecakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to restore creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg