Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
This moist and protein-packed banana bread combines ripe bananas with creamy cottage cheese, offering a healthier twist on the classic recipe. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
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:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Add the almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon to the wet mixture.
- Stir until fully combined.
- Fold in Mix-ins (Optional):
- If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries.
- Pour Batter into Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake:
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes.
- If the top begins to brown too quickly, cover with foil after 30 minutes.
- To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Kcal: Approximately 245 kcal per serving | Servings: 8-10 slices