Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars
Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars are a delightful fall-inspired treat that combines the creamy richness of cottage cheese with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. These moist, flavorful bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With their aromatic blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, they embody the essence of autumn and will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream or as a comforting afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Blend the cottage cheese in a blender until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, blended cottage cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually fold this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg