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High Protein Pumpkin Scones with Cottage Cheese

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 scones
Calories 250
Enjoy these fluffy, protein-packed pumpkin scones made with cottage cheese and warm spices, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Dough mixture

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 0.33 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1.25 cup cottage cheese (blended)
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin puree from a can
  • 0.33 cup salted butter (freeze for 10 minutes before using)
  • 1 egg white egg white
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, protein powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl.
  • Add cottage cheese and pumpkin puree; mix with spatula and hands until chunks form. Grate cold butter into dough and knead until evenly distributed.
  • Transfer dough to floured surface, form into a ball, then flatten to 8 inches wide. Cut into 8 triangles.
  • Place scones on baking sheet, brush with egg white, and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden. Cool slightly.
  • Optional: Mix maple syrup and powdered sugar; drizzle over cooled scones before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is very cold before grating.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: High Protein, Pumpkin