Description
This Pumpkin Whipped Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl is a creamy, protein-packed start to your day, combining the natural sweetness of pumpkin and honey with warm cinnamon and vanilla flavors. Topped with crunchy granola, it’s a nutritious and satisfying breakfast that’s quick to prepare using a blender.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Toppings
- ¼ cup granola (for topping)
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese and pumpkin to blender: Place 1 cup cottage cheese and ½ cup pumpkin puree into a high-speed blender to prepare the base of the breakfast bowl.
- Add honey, cinnamon, and vanilla: Pour in 1 tablespoon of honey (or maple syrup), sprinkle ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and add ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Blend until completely smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until it’s thick and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Serve and top with granola: Spoon the whipped mixture into bowls and sprinkle each with ¼ cup granola for a crunchy texture. Serve immediately for best taste and freshness.
Notes
- You can use either full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese based on your preference.
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative and honey with maple syrup.
- Ensure the pumpkin puree is unsweetened to control the sweetness level.
- Granola topping adds a nice crunch; you can replace it with nuts or seeds if preferred.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pumpkin, Cottage Cheese, Breakfast Bowl, Healthy Breakfast, Protein, Pumpkin Puree, Cinnamon, Granola, Whipped Cottage Cheese
