Description
A delicious and nutritious banana bread recipe packed with protein from cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add cottage cheese, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients: baking soda, baking powder, salt, and whole wheat flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- If desired, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months; wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips or dried fruit for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg