Creamy Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Bake Recipe for High Protein
A cozy, high-protein pumpkin bake with creamy cottage cheese and warm spices, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%, small-curd)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup oats (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 8×8 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
- If using oats, fold them into the batter.
- Transfer the batter to your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the middle should come out clean.
- Let the bake cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. It will firm up a bit as it cools.
Notes
[‘Blending the cottage cheese creates a silky texture.’, ‘Let eggs sit out for 10-15 minutes to reach room temperature.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by adding extra maple syrup or brown sugar.’, ‘Use fresh spices for better flavor.’, ‘Avoid overbaking to prevent drying out.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
Keywords: pumpkin bake, high protein, cottage cheese, fall recipe, healthy dessert, gluten-free option