Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: ~185 kcal
Protein: 28 g
Carbs: 14 g (Net 10 g)
Fat: 2 g
Ingredients
Fluff Base:
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup canned pumpkin purée
1 scoop (approx. 30g) vanilla casein protein powder (or vanilla whey)
1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix
2–3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (adjust for thickness)
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp xanthan gum (for thick, fluffy volume)
Zero-calorie sweetener to taste (e.g., stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol)
Layers & Toppings:
1-2 tbsp low-fat graham cracker crumbs
2 tbsp light or sugar-free whipped topping
Pinch of cinnamon or extra pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
1. Blend Wet Base: Add the cottage cheese, pumpkin purée, almond milk, and sweetener into a food processor or high-speed blender. Process until completely smooth and silky with no curds remaining.
2. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the vanilla casein protein powder, sugar-free instant pudding mix, pumpkin pie spice, and xanthan gum to the blended mixture.
3. Whip to High Volume: Whip or blend vigorously for 1–2 minutes until the texture expands, becoming thick and light.
4. Assemble: Layer crushed graham crackers at the bottom of a dessert cup. Spoon or pipe the pumpkin fluff over the top.
5. Chill & Top: Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set. Garnish with a dollop of whipped topping and a dash of cinnamon before serving.