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A warm, golden Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Dessert fresh from the oven, perfect for Fall High Protein Breakfast or a healthy Pumpkin And Cottage Cheese Dessert, featured in Low Carb Pumpkin Puree Recipes and High Protein Low Carb Recipes Using Cottage Cheese.

Sweet & Healthy Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Dessert for Fall Lovers

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Description

Think of this bake as pumpkin pie’s healthier, high-protein cousin. With creamy cottage cheese, warm spices, and just the right touch of sweetness, it’s the kind of dish that works equally well as breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a lighter dessert. The best part? It comes together in one bowl with simple, everyday ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese – creamy and protein-packed
  • 3 large eggs – help bind everything together
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree (not the pre-sweetened pie filling)
  • ½ cup rolled oats or almond flour – choose based on your texture and dietary preference
  • ½ cup maple syrup or brown sugar – for gentle sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice – fall in every bite
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – adds depth and warmth
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder – gives the bake a light lift


Instructions

  1. Get your oven ready. Heat to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or parchment.
  2. Mix the wet base. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the dry ingredients. Stir in oats or almond flour, pumpkin spice, and baking powder until well incorporated.
  4. Transfer to the dish. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface.
  5. Bake to perfection. Place in the oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is firm and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool before slicing. Allow the bake to rest before cutting into squares—it sets better this way.

Notes

  • Serving Ideas
    • Add a dollop of Greek yogurt for breakfast.
    • Dust with cinnamon and top with whipped cream for a simple dessert.
    • Drizzle with extra maple syrup if you’ve got a sweet tooth.
  • Storage Notes
    • Refrigerate: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
    • Freeze: Wrap individual portions and freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge for best results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg