Moist & Healthy Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Recipe
A protein-packed, moist, and flavorful banana bread using cottage cheese for added richness and health benefits.
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup sweetener brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup melted butter or oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas. Add 1 cup of cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup sweetener, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup melted butter or oil. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the bread light and moist. Optionally, fold in any add-ins like chocolate chips or walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.
Notes
This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is moist, protein-packed, and naturally sweet. Enjoy it as a healthy breakfast or a snack, and feel free to experiment with your favorite add-ins for extra flavor!