Lemon Cheesecake Protein Whip {with Cottage Cheese}

A close-up of a glass of whipped cottage cheese and cream cheese topped with berries and whipped cream.

Lemon Cheesecake Protein Whip {with Cottage Cheese}

Rich and decadent protein whip made with cottage cheese, but you would never know it! The cream cheese makes it feel less "healthy" and the lemon adds this bright freshness. Each serving has an estimated 27 grams of protein! Then, of course, there are the toppings that make each bite even more delicious. Makes 2-3 servings.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword healthy dessert, healthy high protein snack, high protein dessert, post workout snack

Prep Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 196kcal

Author Alex Evink, MS, RD

Ingredients

1 cup 2% milkfat or higher cottage cheese Good Culture or Daisy!
1 scoop vanilla protein powder see notes.
1-2 tablespoons cream cheese I used 2 Tbsp.
1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
Zest of ¾-1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice adjust after taste test
Pinch of sea salt

Optional Toppings

Fresh or frozen berries
Graham cracker crumbles
Whipped cream
Chopped nuts
White chocolate chips
Toasted coconut
Dark chocolate chips

Instructions

Add cottage cheese, protein powder, cream cheese, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend for 60–90 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed. Scrape again, then blend for another 30–60 seconds until completely smooth and mousse-like. If the blender gets stuck, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk to help it blend.
If it’s too thick, add 1–2 teaspoons of milk and blend again.If it’s too thin, add 1 tablespoon of cream cheese. Sweeten with more maple syrup or add extra lemon zest to taste.Keep in mind it will thicken slightly as it chills in the fridge.
Portion into airtight containers and chill for 20–30 minutes to firm up (optional, but recommended).
Serve with crushed graham crackers, berries and whipped cream for a pie/cheesecake vibe.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Make sure you love the flavor of your protein powder because this will affect the flavor of the whip and the amount of maple syrup added.
Yes, protein powder can be omitted and each serving is 135 calories and 15.8 grams of protein. However, protein powder helps make this thick.
Certain brands may produce a thinner whip so I recommend a good brand like Good Culture or a higher fat cottage cheese.

Nutritional information calculated for two servings with just one tablespoon of maple syrup. With 1/2 cup of berries and graham cracker crumbs, each serving has about 240 calories, 28g protein, 23g carbs, 3g fiber!

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