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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake: Creamy, Cozy Fall Comfort

Enjoy this Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake, a warm, creamy dish that combines fall flavors with high protein, perfect for breakfast or a light dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 large Eggs as a binding agent
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree ensure it's pure pumpkin, not pie filling
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour use certified GF oats for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice can substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor depth
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder for leavening
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or Mini Chocolate Chips for added texture
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries for a sweet-tart flavor

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 bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Gently stir in the rolled oats or almond flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cool in the pan for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bake to cool completely before cutting for cleaner edges. For added flavor, mix in nuts or chocolate chips before baking.

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