High-Protein Creamy Pumpkin Whipped Cottage Cheese Recipe (5 Minutes, 5 Ingredients) by 30Seconds Food
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"We’re always on the prowl for new healthy desserts and snack ideas, especially when they’re simple and easy to make," says Rachel Maser, mom of four and founder/creator of the clean eating blog, Clean Food Crush®. "Pumpkin whipped cottage cheese delivers pumpkin cheesecake-type flavor plus some impressive nutritional benefits." Read about the health benefits of pumpkin, the health benefits of honey and the health benefits of cottage cheese.
"Our pumpkin whipped cottage cheese is an excellent breakfast or snack idea. It has a delicious pumpkin cheesecake-like flavor and a creamy, custard-like texture. You can top your whipped cottage cheese with all sorts of different toppings – berries and granola make for a delicious breakfast. Try a dollop of coconut whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings, coconut shavings, chopped pecans and/or cocoa nibs for an indulgent (and nutritious!) treat!"
To make this creamy high-protein pumpkin whipped cottage cheese you will need cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract and either raw honey or pure maple syrup. Serve this protein-rich treat for breakfast, brunch, dessert or as a healthy snack.
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raw honey or pure maple syrup
Here's how to make it:
- Place the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, vanilla, honey or maple syrup and spices in a mixing bowl.
- Mix with an electric mixer until fluffy. Stop several times to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Divide equally among four small cups or jars and add toppings of choice. (Top the whipped ricotta with granola, coconut whipped cream, grated dark chocolate, shredded coconut, chopped nuts or cocoa nibs.) Store the cottage cheese in an airtight container in the fridge.
Recipe and photo courtesy of Clean Food Crush®.
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