A moist and protein-packed banana bread made with cottage cheese and almond flour, offering a gluten-free twist on the classic recipe.
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 mix-ins: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Add the almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon to the wet ingredients. Stir until fully combined. If using, fold in any optional mix-ins.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for approximately 50 minutes, covering with foil after 30 minutes if the top begins to brown. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then 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
Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8-10 slices
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Enjoy a healthier twist on classic banana bread with this Cottage Cheese Banana Bread! Packed with protein and naturally gluten-free thanks to almond flour, this moist and flavorful treat is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Keywords: cottage cheese banana bread, gluten-free banana bread, healthy banana bread recipe.
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 to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Stir until combined. Fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes, covering with foil after 30 minutes if needed to prevent over-browning. Check doneness with a toothpick—it should come out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free; ensure your baking soda and other ingredients are certified gluten-free if needed.
- For a sweeter loaf, increase maple syrup to 4 tablespoons or add a touch of honey.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American