Description
This cottage cheese banana bread is a protein-packed twist on a classic favorite. Moist, tender, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep. You won’t believe how delicious healthy banana bread can be!
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas (soft and spotty)
1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
2 large eggs
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose or white whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
3. Add the cottage cheese, eggs, honey, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in optional chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor.
For a gluten-free version, substitute a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
For muffins, divide batter into a muffin tin and bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes.
Cottage cheese should be room temperature for best mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes