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Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars

Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars: A Guilt-Free Autumn Delight

A delicious blend of cottage cheese and pumpkin puree, these Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars provide a guilt-free treat for autumn.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Low-fat or full-fat as per preference
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan option
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Canned unsweetened pumpkin is convenient
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Can substitute with oat flour for nut-free option
  • 1/3 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust based on taste for lower sugar option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can use almond extract for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Option to use pumpkin spice or mix of nutmeg and ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt A pinch balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender, add cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin purée, vanilla extract, and honey/maple syrup. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cinnamon, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and salt until well combined.
  4. Carefully fold the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients until just combined to maintain lightness.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 3 months.

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