Description
This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a moist, protein-packed twist on the classic loaf. Cottage cheese adds richness and a subtle tang, while ripe bananas provide natural sweetness and moisture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar (can use brown or white sugar)
- 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Use half whole wheat flour for a more wholesome version.
- Store at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate for 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or toast lightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
