Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Oven & Pan

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) .
  • Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
  2. Stir in cottage cheese , eggs , oil , sugar , and vanilla . Mix until well combined.
    • Pro Tip : Drain cottage cheese in a sieve for 10 minutes to remove excess liquid.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour , baking soda , salt , and optional cinnamon .

Step 4: Blend Everything

  1. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined—do not overmix (a few lumps are okay!).
  2. Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips .

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

  1. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  2. Optional Topping : Sprinkle melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon over the top for a crunchy crust.
  3. Bake for 55–65 minutes , or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    • Check at 55 mins —if the top is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

Step 6: Cool & Serve

  1. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes , then transfer to a wire rack.
  2. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Pair with peanut butter, yogurt, or a drizzle of honey!

Customization Ideas

  • Sweet Swap : Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar.
  • Nutty Crunch : Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts.
  • Spiced Variation : Stir in ½ tsp ground ginger or nutmeg.
  • Chocolate Lovers : Fold in ½ cup dark chocolate chips.

Tips for Success

  1. Ripe Bananas = More Flavor : Use bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness.
  2. Don’t Overmix : Overmixing can make the bread tough. Mix until ingredients just combine.
  3. Cottage Cheese Texture : Use low-moisture cottage cheese for a smoother batter.
  4. Cool Completely : Slicing too soon can cause the bread to crumble.

Nutrition (Per Slice)

  • Calories : ~250
  • Protein : 6g
  • Fiber : 2g
  • Fat : 10g

Why It’s a Winner

This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a comforting, protein-rich treat that’s secretly healthier than it seems. The tangy-sweet balance of cottage cheese and bananas makes it a hit for breakfast or dessert.

Pro Secrets

  • Freeze for Later : Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Toaster-Friendly : Slice and freeze portions for quick morning toast.
  • No Loaf Pan? : Use a muffin tin for mini versions—bake for 25–30 minutes.

Final Touches

  • Garnish : Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a banana slice.
  • Gluten-Free : Swap flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend.

Your New Favorite Breakfast! Creamy, protein-packed, and bursting with banana flavor—this bread is the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition.

Let us know if you add your own twists! 🍌🧀

Enjoy! 🍞✨

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