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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake

Cozy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake for Healthy Fall Enjoyment

Enjoy a wholesome Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake, perfect for breakfast or as a snack, combining creamy cottage cheese and pumpkin for a nutritious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese or substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 4 large Eggs no substitutions recommended
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour replace oats with gluten-free oats for a gluten-free option
For Sweetness and Flavor
  • ½ cup Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar honey can be used as an alternative sweetener
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice substitute with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract no substitutions recommended
For Leavening
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for best results

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cottage cheese, 4 large eggs, 1 cup of pumpkin puree, ½ cup of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of rolled oats or almond flour, 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder into the wet mixture. Mix well.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding mix-ins like chopped pecans or dark chocolate chips before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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