Cottage Cheese Banana Bread: A Healthy and Delicious Twist

If you love banana bread but want a healthier, protein-packed version, this Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is the perfect recipe. It’s moist, naturally sweetened, and enriched with creamy cottage cheese, making it a nutritious choice for breakfast or a snack. Plus, it’s gluten-free thanks to almond flour!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High in Protein: Cottage cheese adds a boost of protein.
• Naturally Sweetened: Maple syrup and ripe bananas provide natural sweetness.
• Gluten-Free: Made with almond flour instead of traditional wheat flour.
• Customizable: Add nuts, chocolate chips, or berries for extra flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Add the Dry Ingredients: Stir in almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon until fully combined.
4. Add Optional Mix-ins: Fold in walnuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries if desired.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes, covering with foil if the top browns too quickly.
6. Cool & Serve: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Calories per Serving: ~245 kcal
• Servings: 8-10 slices

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy warm with a drizzle of honey or nut butter.
• Serve with Greek yogurt and fresh berries for a balanced breakfast.
• Pair with coffee or tea for a satisfying snack.