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Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread


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  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a nutritious and delicious alternative to traditional banana bread. This recipe combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with ripe bananas, resulting in a moist loaf that’s gluten-free, lower in sugar, and rich in protein. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, each slice boasts a delightful flavor enhanced by cinnamon and optional mix-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips. Whether you’re enjoying it solo or serving at brunch, this banana bread is sure to impress with its rich taste and satisfying texture.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon; stir until combined.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
  • Calories: 135
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg