Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake: Healthy, Easy & High-Protein Fall Treat Recipe
This Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake is a healthy, high-protein fall treat that combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the warm flavors of pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. Easy to prepare and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or brown sugar, it’s perfect for a nutritious breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ½ cup rolled oats or almond flour
- ½ cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats or almond flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is fully set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool completely before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious fall-inspired treat.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour to make it gluten-free.
- Use maple syrup to keep it naturally sweet without processed sugar.
- Ensure pumpkin puree is pure and not pumpkin pie filling to control sugar and spice levels.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This bake can be reheated gently in the microwave before serving.
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