Does cottage cheese melt like cream cheese?

Not exactly — cottage cheese blends into a smooth consistency when pureed but doesn’t melt like cream cheese. However, in this pie recipe, it mimics cream cheese once baked, giving you that silky texture without the heaviness.

Can I add cottage cheese to pumpkin soup?

Yes! Blended cottage cheese is a great way to add creaminess and protein to pumpkin soup without adding cream. It balances out spices while keeping things light and healthy.

What is cottage cheese pie?

Cottage cheese pie is a baked dessert that uses blended cottage cheese as a base, often mixed with eggs, sweetener, and flavorings like vanilla or lemon. This pumpkin version is a seasonal twist that’s rich, creamy, and protein-packed.

Why is pumpkin pie so high in calories?

Traditional pumpkin pie is often made with evaporated milk, heavy cream, and sugar, which increase the calorie count. This version uses cottage cheese and customizable sweeteners, making it a lighter, more balanced dessert option.

Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Pie – Creamy, Light & High-Protein Dessert

Name: Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Pie – A Creamy, High-Protein Twist on a Classic
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 4 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz.); 1 cup cottage cheese; 1/3 cup sweetener of choice (coconut sugar, monk fruit, regular sugar, etc.); 3 eggs; 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp tapioca flour/starch (or cornstarch, or arrowroot); milk of choice (enough to thin, about 1/3 cup)

Ingredients

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1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz.)

1 cup cottage cheese

1/3 cup sweetener of choice (coconut sugar, monk fruit, regular sugar, etc.)

3 eggs

2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp tapioca flour/starch (or cornstarch, or arrowroot)

milk of choice (enough to thin, about 1/3 cup)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350F and lightly grease a pie dish. 2. Blend all ingredients except milk. Add milk a little at a time if needed to thin and blend again. 3. Pour the mixture into the pie dish. 4. Bake the pie on the center rack of the oven for 30 min. 5. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. 6. Then place in the fridge for at least 2-4 hours to completely firm up. 7. Once set, slice, serve with whipped cream, and enjoy!

Notes

Use reduced-fat cottage cheese for a lighter version. Swap sweetener for monk fruit for a low-glycemic option. Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or clove for extra spice.

Author: Emily Frost
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 140
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg