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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake: Your Cozy Protein-Packed Delight

Enjoy a warm Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake, a protein-packed delight perfect for any time of the day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese low-fat or full-fat based on preference
  • 3 large Eggs acts as a binding agent
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree ensure it's pure pumpkin
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour swap for a nutty twist
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar consider a sugar substitute for lower calories
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice or substitute a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract no substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle in the rolled oats or almond flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder, stirring gently until well incorporated.
  4. Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bake to cool completely for cleaner slices and enjoy warm or chilled.

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