Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 6-inch springform pan. Alternatively, you can double this recipe and use a larger pan, like an 8 or 9-inch cake pan.

Step 2

Combine the graham crumbs, sugar and salt in a small bowl. Stir in the melted butter until evenly moistened.

Step 3

Press crumbs evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and fragrant.

Step 4

Combine all ingredients in a high-powered blender and process until smooth and combined.

Step 5

Pour cottage cheese mixture into prepared crust (or into a greased 6-inch springform pan) and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and just starting to brown with a matte surface. The center should be slightly jiggly, but not sloshy.

Step 6

Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating for several hours or overnight.

Step 7

Spread or sprinkle on desired toppings before serving. I topped mine with some homemade granola and a really quick strawberry compote. Just a few frozen strawberries brought to a boil in a small saucepan with a tiny splash of water, a tiny bit of a water + cornstarch slurry, and a pinch of sugar.