A creamy, high protein twist on pumpkin pie using cottage cheese and pumpkin puree, perfect for a low carb dessert.

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1/2 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1–2 tablespoons sweetener of choice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

pinch of sea salt

optional: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

optional: 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

optional: splash of unsweetened almond milk

1. Add cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, sweetener and spices to a blender or food processor.

2. Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy, adding almond milk if too thick.

3. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired.

4. Spoon mixture into a serving bowl and add toppings as preferred.

5. Chill for 30-45 minutes for a pudding-like consistency or microwave for 20-30 seconds to serve warm.

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