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Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful twist on the classic banana bread, incorporating protein-rich cottage cheese for a wonderfully tender texture. Naturally sweetened with honey and ripe bananas, it offers a healthier alternative using whole wheat flour and heart-healthy walnuts. Perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack, this easy-to-make bread is baked to golden perfection and topped with crunchy walnuts.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas (about 200g)
  • 180 grams cottage cheese (⅔ cups)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 egg whites
  • 80 ml honey (or maple syrup, ⅓ cup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 200 grams whole wheat flour (or all purpose flour, 1 ⅓ cups)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup walnuts (or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend wet ingredients: Place the ripe bananas, cottage cheese, large egg, egg whites, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract into a blender or use an immersion blender and blend everything until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ground cinnamon, salt, whole wheat flour, and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the blended wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a silicone spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Prepare for baking: Pour the batter into the lined loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the walnuts or pecans on top for added crunch.
  6. Bake: Place the loaf in the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Halfway through baking, cover the top loosely with aluminum foil to prevent the nuts from burning.
  7. Check doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, the bread is done. If not, continue baking for another 5-10 minutes and check again.
  8. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the loaf pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve: Once cooled, slice the banana bread and enjoy as is or with a spread of butter and a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.

Notes

  • You can substitute all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour if preferred, but whole wheat adds more fiber and nutrients.
  • Walnuts can be replaced with pecans or omitted if nut allergies are a concern.
  • Honey can be swapped with maple syrup or agave syrup for vegan or alternative sweeteners.
  • Using cottage cheese boosts protein content, but make sure it’s well blended to avoid lumps in the batter.
  • Covering the bread halfway through baking helps protect the nuts from burning while allowing the bread to cook through.
  • Store leftover banana bread covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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