Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (low fat or full fat)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (ensure it is pure pumpkin, not pie filling)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers or chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Place the cottage cheese and pumpkin puree into a blender or food processor.
- Add the scoop of vanilla protein powder and the pumpkin pie spice to the mixture.
- Blend on high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste the mixture. If you prefer it sweeter, add the maple syrup or honey and pulse again.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture into a medium-sized bowl.
- Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers or chopped pecans on top for a delightful crunch.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for a firmer, mousse-like texture.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes