Moist, naturally sweet, and loaded with juicy blueberries, this Cottage Cheese Banana Bread gives classic banana bread a healthy, protein-packed upgrade. Made gluten-free with almond flour and rich cottage cheese, it delivers a soft, tender crumb that’s perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free snack!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
High Protein & Gluten-Free: Cottage cheese and almond flour boost the protein content while keeping carbs low.
Naturally Moist & Sweet: Sweet ripe bananas and fresh blueberries add natural sweetness without refined sugar.
Easy One-Bowl Prep: Blends together in minutes for a quick meal-prep loaf.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
8×4-inch Loaf Pan: Fits the batter perfectly for proper rising and baking.
Blender or Large Bowl: A blender smooths out the cottage cheese, or a mixing bowl and whisk work great for a quick mix.
Ingredients
2 ripe Bananas, mashed
3 medium Eggs
1/2 cup Cottage cheese
1 cup Almond flour
1 tsp Baking powder
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1 pinch Salt
1/2 cup Fresh or frozen blueberries (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a blender or medium mixing bowl, blend or whisk together mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, and vanilla extract until completely smooth.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the almond flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and pinch of salt until a uniform batter forms.
4. Fold Blueberries: Gently fold the blueberries into the batter with a spatula, saving a few to press onto the top of the loaf.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
6. Cool & Slice: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into 8 portions.
Chef’s Tips
Smooth Cottage Cheese: Blending the eggs, banana, and cottage cheese before adding dry ingredients hides the curd texture completely!
Toss Blueberries in Flour: Lightly coat your blueberries in 1/2 tsp of almond flour before folding them into the batter so they don’t sink to the bottom.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Slice / 8 Slices Yield)
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: ~145 kcal
Protein: 7g
Net Carbs: 9g
Fat: 9g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long does this banana bread stay fresh?
Store sliced banana bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 6 days, or freeze individual slices wrapped in parchment paper for up to 2 months.