Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars

Fall just got a little cozier and a whole lot healthier! These Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars are the perfect mix of creamy, soft, and lightly spiced. Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, they make an ideal snack, breakfast, or post-workout bite.

With the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie and cheesecake in one, these bars are low in sugar, gluten-free, and incredibly easy to make. You’ll love how satisfying and delicious they are without any guilt.

Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Cake Bars

These cake bars are more than a fall treat they’re a nutrient-packed snack you can feel great about eating. Thanks to cottage cheese and almond flour, each bite offers a boost of protein and healthy fats. The texture is moist and velvety, and the flavor is full of warm pumpkin spice goodness.

Perfect for meal prep, these bars stay soft for days and taste even better chilled.

Wholesome Ingredients for the Perfect Snack

Here’s what you need to make these protein-rich bars:

1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
2 tsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 cup almond flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Each ingredient works together to create a balanced, flavorful, and high-protein snack bar that’s perfect for any time of day.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Blend cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, honey, and vanilla in a blender until smooth.
Add dry ingredients — almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and salt. Blend again or mix until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer freshness.

Tips for the Best Texture and Flavor

Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra creaminess.
Adjust sweetness to taste with more honey or maple syrup.
Sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a hint of crunch.
Enjoy chilled it enhances the cheesecake-like flavor!

A Cozy, Guilt-Free Treat You’ll Crave All Season

With the taste of pumpkin pie and the nutrition of a protein bar, these Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars are a fall must-have. Whether for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they’ll satisfy your cravings while keeping you energized and nourished. 🎃💪

Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Cake Bars 🍰 | High-Protein Fall Snack You’ll Love