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Close-up of a slice of no bake cottage cheesecake topped with strawberries and blueberries on a plate, showing creamy filling and nut crust

No Bake Cottage Cheesecake: Creamy, High-Protein & Oven-Free

This no bake cottage cheesecake is a creamy, protein-rich dessert made without gelatin or cream cheese. It’s chilled to perfection with a nutty, naturally sweet crust, ideal for warm weather or effortless entertaining.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

Almonds

Walnuts

Medjool dates

Maple syrup

Sea salt

Cottage cheese (full-fat)

Soaked cashews

Lemon juice

Maple syrup

Vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Blend almonds, walnuts, dates, syrup, and salt. Press into springform pan.

Make the filling: Blend cottage cheese, cashews, syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.

Assemble: Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.

Chill: Freeze for 4–6 hours until firm.

Serve: Thaw briefly, top with berries, slice and enjoy.

  • Author: Noureddine
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Breakfast
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free