Description
Pumpkin Whipped Cottage Cheese is a quick, healthy pumpkin dessert that doubles as a high-protein snack. Ready in just five minutes, this creamy blend of cottage cheese, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and warm spices is cozy, nutritious, and naturally gluten-free. Perfect for busy evenings, school nights, or when you want a guilt-free indulgence with autumn vibes.
Ingredients
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2 cups (475 g) cottage cheese
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1 cup (240 g) pumpkin purée
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¾ teaspoon (1.5 g) pumpkin spice (or up to 1 tsp/2 g, to taste)
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup or honey (adjust sweetness as desired)
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Optional toppings: whipped cream, pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, crushed or candied pecans
Instructions
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Add cottage cheese, pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, and maple syrup to a small food processor.
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Blend until creamy and smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
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Serve immediately with toppings of your choice, or chill for up to 2 days.
Notes
Use a small food processor or personal blender for best results; heavy-duty blenders may make the mixture watery.
Adjust sweetness depending on whether you want a snack or dessert.
For extra fluffiness, chill the pumpkin purée before blending.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Stir before serving again.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American