Lemon Raspberry Cottage Cheese Bake (Printable)

Light tangy baked dish featuring creamy cottage cheese, fresh raspberries, and bright lemon zest for a wholesome treat.

# 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 (plus extra for topping)

# How-To:

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 to ensure proper emulsification.
04 - Sprinkle in the cornstarch and stir until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
05 - Gently fold in the raspberries, being careful not to crush them to maintain their shape and texture.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
07 - Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden. The center should still have a slight jiggle but not be liquid.
08 - Let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the texture to set properly.
09 - Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with extra raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture is impossibly creamy, somewhere between cheesecake and a soufflé
  • It manages to feel fancy while being made with humble ingredients you probably have
  • The lemon and raspberry combination cuts through the richness perfectly
02 -
  • Using an immersion blender or regular blender instead of just whisking makes a huge difference in texture
  • The cooling time is not optional, the flavor develops and the texture becomes properly creamy
  • It will look puffed and gorgeous in the oven but will settle as it cools, this is completely normal
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and help prevent overmixing
  • Don't be alarmed if the top cracks slightly, it'll be covered by toppings anyway

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