🎃 Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Bake – Creamy, Cozy & Protein-Packed

 This pumpkin bake is pure fall comfort! Creamy, lightly sweet, and packed with protein — it’s like pumpkin pie meets cheesecake, but totally guilt-free. Enjoy it warm for breakfast or chilled as a cozy dessert!

 Ingredients (makes 6–8 servings):

2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese

3 large eggs

1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)

½ cup rolled oats or almond flour

½ cup maple syrup or brown sugar

2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

 Directions:

Step 1 – Preheat Oven

Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking dish.

Step 2 – Blend

In a blender or food processor, blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.

Step 3 – Bake

Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is just set and edges are slightly golden.

Step 4 – Cool & Serve

Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled — it’s delicious either way!

 Tip: Top with Greek yogurt, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a sprinkle of crushed pecans for extra flavor.