Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread with Blueberries Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread with Blueberries is a moist, flavorful, and nutrient-packed loaf baked using wholesome ingredients like almond flour and cottage cheese. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and maple syrup, it offers a perfect balance of protein and fiber, making it an excellent choice for a healthy breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 3 medium eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese, blended
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cardamom
Add-ins
- 1 cup blueberries, plus a few extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, blended cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, and cardamom to evenly distribute the leavening agent and spice.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined, making sure not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in 1 cup of blueberries to the batter to incorporate them evenly without breaking them.
- Pour Batter and Add Toppings: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly distribute a few extra blueberries on top to create an attractive and flavorful finish, helping to prevent the top from sinking.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50 minutes. After 30 minutes, cover the top loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning or burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven. Allow it to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- Blending the cottage cheese helps create a smoother batter and better texture.
- Covering the bread with foil halfway through baking prevents excessive browning.
- Almond flour makes this bread gluten-free and adds a rich, nutty flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the cottage cheese with a plant-based cream cheese or yogurt alternative.
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