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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake: Healthy, Easy & High-Protein Fall Treat

A delicious and nutritious pumpkin cottage cheese bake that is high in protein and perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably low-fat
  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon for sprinkling on top

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, rolled oats, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Bake the Dish
  1. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the chopped nuts and cinnamon on top.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
Serve
  1. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
  2. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

This bake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving if desired.

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