Description
This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a moist, protein-packed twist on the classic banana bread recipe. The addition of cottage cheese makes it extra soft and tender while adding a boost of protein without compromising the rich banana flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthy treat, this bread is naturally sweetened and easy to make!
Ingredients
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- Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp flaxseeds or chia seeds for extra fiber
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas.
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth, then mix it in.
- Add honey, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla, stirring until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix & Fold:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in any add-ins (nuts, chocolate chips, etc.).
- Bake:
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve:
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- For extra moisture: Add ¼ cup Greek yogurt if you like a super soft texture.
- Make it gluten-free: Use oat flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
- For a natural sugar-free version: Swap honey with mashed medjool dates.
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature for 3 days in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
