Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake
A delicious and healthy bake combining creamy cottage cheese with rich pumpkin, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large large eggs
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional Toppings
- nuts or seeds For added crunch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the cottage cheese and canned pumpkin until thoroughly mixed.
- Add the rolled oats, pumpkin spice, and salt, and mix until combined.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set and lightly golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Serving
- Serve warm, optionally with toppings like chopped nuts, seeds, or a dollop of yogurt and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
Ensure to use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Adjust sweetness to your preference and blend cottage cheese for a creamier texture. Experiment with various nuts or seeds for topping.