These Maple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Bars are a delightful twist on traditional cheesecake, combining the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the warm flavors of maple and cinnamon. Perfect for a holiday dessert or any cozy baking occasion, these bars are both satisfying and nutritious.
With a graham crust base and a creamy high protein sweet filling, these festive dessert squares are sure to impress your guests while delivering a deliciously rich taste in warm brown tones.
Delicious Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Bars
These cheesecake bars feature a smooth filling made from cottage cheese, maple syrup, and cinnamon, all set atop a buttery graham cracker crust. The recipe is easy to follow and yields a delightful treat that serves 12 people.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups cottage cheese, blended until smooth
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Make the Filling: In a blender, combine blended cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, eggs, flour, and salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble: Pour the filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 squares
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
