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High-Protein Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cake

High-Protein Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cake


  • Author: Adriana
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A delicious and nutritious breakfast cake packed with protein, perfect for starting your day.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Stir in the rolled oats, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a handful of chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg