Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
This cottage cheese banana bread gives the classic loaf a protein-packed twist. Moist, lightly sweet, and gluten-free, it’s a wholesome treat for breakfast, snacking, or dessert—made with simple ingredients and plenty of flavor.
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas mashed, about 1 1/4 cups
- 2 eggs large
- 1/2 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Optional Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.
- Whisk in eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, stir together almond flour and cinnamon. Add to wet mixture and gently combine.
- Fold in mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture. For variations, try blueberries, chocolate chips, or walnuts. This recipe is gluten-free and works best with almond flour only.