Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Cheesecake (Print Version)

Cottage cheese and peanut butter filling sits atop a honey-sweetened graham crust for a creamy, chilled bite.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 teaspoon honey or pure maple syrup

→ Filling

04 - 1/2 cup cottage cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Topping

08 - Additional peanut butter for drizzling
09 - Crushed peanuts for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey or maple syrup until the mixture resembles damp sand.
02 - Divide the crust mixture evenly among the muffin liners, firmly pressing into the base to form a compact layer.
03 - Place cottage cheese, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Spoon the whipped filling over each prepared crust, distributing evenly within the liners.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until the filling is firm and set.
06 - Before serving, drizzle with additional peanut butter and sprinkle with crushed peanuts if desired.

# Notes:

01 - For the smoothest texture, thoroughly blend the cottage cheese until no curds remain.