Description
Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a delicious and nutritious twist on the traditional banana bread. This recipe incorporates creamy cottage cheese and almond flour, resulting in a soft, moist loaf that’s both gluten-free and lower in sugar. Bursting with flavor, this protein-packed treat makes an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. The subtle sweetness from ripe bananas combined with the richness of cottage cheese creates a delightful texture that everyone will love. Easily customizable with your favorite mix-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips, this banana bread is perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy night in. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies your cravings while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix with eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan before transferring to a wire rack; slice when completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 176mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 64mg