These Cottage Cheese Lemon Cheesecake Bars are light, zesty, and gluten-free. Creamy, wholesome, and perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.

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1 cup cottage cheese

2 large eggs

½ cup almond flour

2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

1 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Pinch of salt

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, and salt. Press into the pan and bake 8–10 minutes.

3. Blend cottage cheese until smooth. Add eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and honey. Blend until creamy.

4. Pour filling over crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 30–35 minutes until set.

5. Cool completely, then refrigerate 2+ hours before slicing.

Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest bars.

Chill overnight for best flavor and texture.

Add raspberry jam swirl for variation.