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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake

Cozy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake for Fall Comfort

Enjoy the delightful Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake, a high-protein, gluten-free dish perfect for breakfast or dessert!
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
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for different texture.
  • 4 large Eggs No substitute for binding; flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use canned pumpkin, avoid pie filling.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour Almond flour is gluten-free.
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar Honey or agave syrup can work as alternatives.
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute with a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste for added richness.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt To serve on top for added creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon For dusting.
  • 1 cup Fresh Fruit Berries or sliced bananas.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until creamy and well-blended.
  3. Stir in the rolled oats or almond flour, along with the pumpkin pie spice and baking powder, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the mixed batter into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top evenly.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Once baked, let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Slice into squares and serve warm with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, or cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This bake can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated overnight to save time during busy mornings.

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