Making a Cottage Cheese Cheesecake is simple if you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Blend Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
4. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, sour cream, and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
5. Pour Mixture: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
6. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
7. Cool: Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour. Then, remove it and allow it to cool at room temperature for another hour before refrigerating.
8. Chill: Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or overnight, for best results.
9. Remove from Pan: Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place it on a serving platter.

These easy steps will help you create a delightful Cottage Cheese Cheesecake that’s sure to impress!