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Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

If you’re looking for a creamy, satisfying treat that feels indulgent but is surprisingly simple, these Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Cups are exactly what you need. This easy recipe blends rich peanut butter with smooth cottage cheese to create a no-bake dessert that’s perfect for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or easy dinner dessert idea. With a buttery crust and a silky filling, these cheesecake cups are one of those food ideas you’ll keep coming back to.


Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup peanut butter

3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup graham cracker crumbs

3 tablespoons melted butter

1 pinch salt

2 tablespoons crushed nuts or cookie crumbs (optional)

2 tablespoons peanut butter for drizzle


Instructions

1. Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter until evenly combined. Press into cups.

2. Blend cottage cheese until completely smooth.

3. Add peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla, and salt. Blend until creamy.

4. Spoon filling over crust and smooth the top.

5. Drizzle peanut butter and add toppings if desired.

6. Chill for at least 1–2 hours until set.

7. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

Blend cottage cheese thoroughly for a smooth texture.

Use high-quality peanut butter for best flavor.

Chill longer for a firmer cheesecake consistency.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: peanut butter cheesecake cups, cottage cheese dessert, easy recipe, healthy snack, quick dessert