4 Ingredient Lemon Cottage Cheese Cake
4 Ingredient Lemon Cottage Cheese Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that combines creamy cottage cheese with the vibrant zest of fresh lemons. This simple yet impressive cake requires just four ingredients and is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful balance of tanginess and sweetness in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself, this cake will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- Juice and zest from 2 fresh lemons
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, blend the cottage cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Add the eggs to the mixture and whisk until fully combined.
- Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and pour in the batter evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan; serve with whipped cream or fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg