Irresistible Protein Pumpkin Pie
A deliciously healthy protein-packed twist on classic pumpkin pie, perfect for fall celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- ½ cup protein powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sweetener
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust by using a pre-made pie crust or making your own with flour, sweetener, and butter or coconut oil.
- Mix the filling by blending the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, protein powder, sweetener, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and level it out.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Cool the pie at room temperature for at least two hours before serving.
Notes
For the best results, blind bake the crust for extra flakiness. Optionally, top with whipped cream or ice cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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