No-Bake Lime Cheesecake (Cottage Cheese Hack)
This refreshing no-bake lime cheesecake uses cottage cheese for a creamy, protein-packed twist that’s easy to make and perfect for a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar (for crust)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tbsp sugar. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.
- Add blended cottage cheese, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Before serving, garnish with extra lime zest or thin lime slices if desired.
Notes
For an extra touch, top the cheesecake with fresh berries or a drizzle of honey to enhance the lime flavor.