Our Mini Pumpkin Pies are the best way to celebrate pumpkin season in a delicious, mini way! All made possible with the probiotic and protein benefits of Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese!
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know
With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.
Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunity, improve allergies, and improve digestion.
Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health.
Servings: 6Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Farmer Cheese
- 1/4 cup Vanilla Whole Milk Kefir
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 eggs
- pinch of sea salt
- 1 pack mini graham cracker pie crusts
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Whisk eggs over medium heat. Mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla until the texture is even and smooth.
- Add in the pie spice, coconut sugar, and salt. Continue mixing over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, then mix in the Farmer Cheese and kefir until the texture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour pumpkin filling mixture into each pie crust and bake for about 20 minutes (or until tops have browned).
- Let cool and enjoy!
