Fall is here, and your breakfast routine deserves a cozy upgrade that doesn’t sacrifice nutrition for flavor. Enter the Pumpkin Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl – a creamy, dreamy breakfast that tastes like autumn in a spoon while packing a serious protein punch.
This isn’t your grandmother’s cottage cheese (though she’d definitely approve). We’re talking about a breakfast that delivers over 30 grams of protein, tastes like pumpkin pie filling, and takes just 5 minutes to make. Whether you’re rushing out the door or savoring a slow weekend morning, this high-protein pumpkin breakfast will keep you satisfied for hours.
The best part? You probably have most ingredients in your pantry already. We’re combining the protein power of cottage cheese with the seasonal sweetness of pumpkin, creating a healthy fall recipe that feels indulgent but fuels your body right. Plus, with endless customization options, you’ll never get bored.
Ready to transform your morning routine with this game-changing Pumpkin Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl? Let’s dive in.
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Description
Discover our Pumpkin Protein Cottage Cheese Recipe! This creamy, high-protein fall breakfast delivers 32g of protein in just 5 minutes. Perfect seasonal treat!
Base
Toppings
Optional Extras
Instructions
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Mix the base: In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined and creamy.
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Taste and adjust: Sample your mixture and adjust sweetness or spices as needed. Want it sweeter? Add more maple syrup. Craving more spice? Boost the cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
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Transfer to serving bowl: Spoon the pumpkin cottage cheese mixture into your favorite breakfast bowl.
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Add toppings: Sprinkle chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds over the top. Add chocolate chips and berries if using.
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Serve immediately: Grab a spoon and enjoy your protein-packed fall breakfast. For extra indulgence, drizzle with additional maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Sodium 850mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 32g64%
- Calcium 180 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Ingredient Swaps & Variations
- Dairy-free option: Use lactose-free cottage cheese or substitute with thick Greek yogurt
- Sugar-free version: Replace maple syrup with sugar-free maple syrup or stevia to taste
- Nut allergies: Skip nuts and use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds only
- Extra protein boost: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder (reduce liquid accordingly)
- Texture preference: For smoother consistency, blend cottage cheese in a food processor before mixing
Storage Tips
- Prepare the base mixture up to 2 days ahead and store covered in the refrigerator
- Add toppings just before serving to maintain crunch
- Not recommended for freezing due to cottage cheese texture changes
Seasonal Adaptations
- Summer: Swap pumpkin for mashed berries and use coconut flakes
- Winter: Add orange zest and cranberries for a festive twist
- Spring: Try mashed strawberries with lemon zest
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