Lemon Raspberry Cottage Cheese Bake (Printable)

Light and tangy baked dish featuring creamy cottage cheese, lemon zest, and fresh raspberries.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
03 - 3 large eggs

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - Zest of 1 large lemon
06 - Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tbsp)
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Dry Ingredients

09 - 2 tbsp cornstarch

→ Fruit

10 - 1 cup fresh raspberries

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch round or square baking dish and line with parchment paper if desired for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until smooth. For a creamier texture, blend with an immersion blender.
03 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until fully incorporated.
04 - Sprinkle in the cornstarch and stir until completely dissolved and no lumps remain.
05 - Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, being careful not to crush them to maintain their shape.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
07 - Bake for 38 to 42 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
08 - Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the texture to firm.
09 - Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with extra fresh raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like a fancy cheesecake but comes together in under 15 minutes of active prep time
  • The protein from cottage cheese keeps you satisfied for hours without any heavy postdessert slump
  • Fresh raspberries burst in every bite, making each forkful feel like a special occasion
02 -
  • Blending the cottage cheese until completely smooth is nonnegotiable for achieving that creamy, custard-like texture
  • The bake will look puffed and jiggly when it comes out of the oven but will settle nicely as it cools
  • Chilling time is just as important as baking time, so plan ahead and do not rush this final step
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more easily and create a smoother final texture
  • A dusting of powdered sugar right before serving hides any imperfections and makes it look bakery-worthy