Pumpkin Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl Recipe
A nutritious and delicious Pumpkin Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl combining creamy cottage cheese, spiced pumpkin purée, and protein powder for a balanced and flavorful morning meal. Topped with fruit, nuts, and seeds, it’s perfect for a wholesome start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup pumpkin purée
- ½ banana, sliced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (or 1 tablespoon almond butter, optional)
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Toppings
- Banana slices or chopped apple
- Granola or chopped pecans
- Hemp seeds or chia seeds
- Extra drizzle of maple syrup or almond butter
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix pumpkin base: In a small bowl, stir the pumpkin purée with pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and either vanilla protein powder or almond butter until smooth and well blended.
- Layer ingredients: In a serving bowl or jar, layer the cottage cheese on one side and the pumpkin mixture on the other side to create a visually appealing two-tone effect.
- Add toppings: Top with sliced banana or chopped apple, then sprinkle granola, hemp or chia seeds, or chopped pecans on top for added texture and flavor.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle an extra amount of maple syrup or almond butter over the bowl and dust with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for later enjoyment.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative and use almond butter instead of protein powder.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your taste.
- Adding the banana is optional; you can use other fruits like apples for different flavor variations.
- This breakfast bowl can be prepared the night before to save time in the morning.
- Using pumpkin pie spice gives the dish an authentic fall flavor; you can also add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon if desired.
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