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Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars

Irresistibly Easy Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars

Deliciously low-sugar and gluten-free Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars that are high in protein and perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Uncategorized
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • 1 cup Cottage cheese provides moisture and protein
  • 2 large Eggs helps bind the ingredients
  • 1 cup Pumpkin purée adds flavor and moisture
  • 1 cup Almond flour gluten-free option
  • ¼ cup Honey or maple syrup optional sweetness

For Flavoring

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin spice can substitute with nutmeg and ginger

For Leavening

  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder helps bars rise
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Blend cottage cheese, eggs, pumpkin purée, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
  • In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, baking powder, and salt.
  • Combine the wet and dry mixtures until just combined, forming a thick batter.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack, then slice into bars and serve.

Notes

For best results, let the bars cool completely to set properly. Customize sweetness and spices to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
Keyword autumn dessert, Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars, gluten-free, high-protein, low-sugar, pumpkin
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