Description
Bright, citrusy, and luxuriously creamy, this Yuzu White Chocolate Cottage Cheese Tart brings together Japanese yuzu and velvety white chocolate in a protein-packed dessert that feels both elegant and comforting. It’s a fresh take on classic tart flavors — perfect for a dinner party or a cozy weekend treat.
Ingredients
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1½ cups full-fat cottage cheese
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¾ cup white chocolate chips
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2 large egg yolks
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¼ cup yuzu juice (fresh or bottled)
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1 tsp yuzu zest
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2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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1 pre-baked graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Optional Add-ins or Toppings:
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2 tbsp Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess)
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Candied citrus slices or white chocolate shavings
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Dark chocolate instead of white for a deeper flavor
Instructions
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Blend the Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, yuzu juice, zest, egg yolks, honey, vanilla, and salt.
Blend for 2 full minutes until completely smooth and creamy. -
Melt the Chocolate: Microwave white chocolate chips in 20-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
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Combine: Pour melted white chocolate into the blended filling and blitz again until well combined.
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Fill the Crust: Pour mixture into the pre-baked graham cracker crust. Smooth the top and tap gently to release air bubbles.
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Bake: Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
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Cool and Chill: Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best texture and flavor.
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Serve: Slice, garnish as desired, and enjoy chilled.
Notes
💡 Eva’s Tips:
Blend thoroughly — cottage cheese needs to be silky for that perfect filling.
Bottled yuzu juice is a great stand-in if fresh is hard to find.
Even better on Day 2 — yuzu flavor deepens as it rests.
Freezer-friendly — wrap individual slices in parchment and freeze for a ready-made treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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