Cottage Cheese Cherry Cheesecake Bowl Recipe
A quick and delightful Cottage Cheese Cherry Cheesecake Bowl combining creamy cottage cheese with cream cheese and sweet cherries for a nutritious, low-calorie dessert or snack that’s easy to prepare and rich in flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp cream cheese (softened, for extra cheesecake flavor)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- ¼ cup fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
Toppings
- 1 graham cracker, crushed
- ½ tbsp slivered almonds (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
- Combine the Cheeses and Flavorings: In a small bowl, mix the cottage cheese, softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and honey until well combined. For an extra smooth and creamy texture, blend the mixture in a food processor for about 10 seconds.
- Spoon into Serving Bowl: Transfer the creamy mixture into a serving bowl, creating a base layer for the cheesecake bowl.
- Add the Cherry Topping: Top the creamy base with fresh or thawed frozen pitted cherries evenly distributed over the surface.
- Sprinkle Crunchy Garnishes: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers over the cherries and, if using, add slivered almonds for an added crunch and texture contrast.
- Optional Honey Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle a little extra honey on top if desired for added sweetness. Enjoy immediately as a wholesome, delicious snack or dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Use fresh cherries in season or thaw frozen cherries prior to use.
- Blending the mixture is optional but recommended for a smoother cheesecake-like texture.
- Slivered almonds add crunch but can be omitted for nut-free variations.
- Crushed graham crackers can be replaced with gluten-free crumbs if needed.
Keywords: cottage cheese dessert, cherry cheesecake bowl, healthy snack, no-bake cheesecake, easy dessert, low calorie dessert, quick cheesecake bowl
