This cottage cheese banana bread is incredibly moist and tender, and it’s packed with healthy ingredients. It’s naturally sweetened with honey and bananas, making it a tasty option for a cozy breakfast or snack.

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
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Whenever I have ripe bananas sitting on my counter, I know it’s time to bake banana bread. Lately, I’ve been loving this cottage cheese banana bread. It’s the perfect way to give the classic banana bread a protein-packed twist! The addition of whole milk cottage cheese not only makes the loaf extra soft, but also adds a little protein to each slice.

cottage cheese banana bread

Ingredients & Substitutions

  • Bananas – Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness. You’ll need about 1 1/3 cups mashed (roughly 3 medium bananas).
  • Cottage Cheese – Small curd whole milk cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein. If you prefer, you can substitute low-fat cottage cheese.
  • Avocado Oil – This neutral oil keeps the bread moist without overpowering the flavor. You can swap it for vegetable oil.
  • Honey – Naturally sweetens the bread. Maple syrup is a great alternative if you don’t have honey on hand.
  • Flour – I used all-purpose flour but I’ve also tested this recipe with white whole wheat flour, and that works well too!
  • Leavening Agents – Baking soda and baking powder help the loaf rise and give it a light texture.
  • Vanilla & Egg – Enhance the flavor and structure of the bread.

How to Make Banana Bread with Cottage Cheese

In stand mixer bowl, or using a hand mixer, mash the bananas and cottage cheese.
Add the avocado oil, honey, egg, and vanilla and continue to mix until combined.
In a bowl combine flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and mix with a dry spoon.
Add the dry ingredients to the we ingredients and stir till combined, careful not to overmix.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 55 minutes.

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread

  • Don’t overmix – Stir just until the dry ingredients are incorporated to ensure a soft, tender crumb.
  • Check for doneness – Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, your bread is ready.
  • Watch for browning– If the bread browns too quickly on top, loosely cover with aluminum foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
  • Cool completely – Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Get creative– Feel free to add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for a different flavor and texture!

Storing Leftovers

Store this cottage cheese banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze slices in a freezer-safe bag for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave before serving.

Other Ways to Use Cottage Cheese

If you enjoy this banana bread, be sure to try some of my other cottage cheese recipes! My cottage cheese pasta sauce is rich and creamy and these cottage cheese pancakes are perfect for breakfast. These overnight oats have a not-so-secret ingredient and this cottage cheese pizza crust is high in protein!

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Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x
  • Category: Breakfast or Snack
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

This cottage cheese banana bread is incredibly moist and tender, and it’s packed with healthy ingredients. It’s naturally sweetened with honey and bananas, making it a tasty option for a cozy breakfast or snack. 

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 3 ripe bananas, about 1 1/3 cup mashed (360g)
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3/4 cup whole milk cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  2. In stand mixer bowl or using a hand mixer, mash the bananas.
  3. Add the avocado oil, honey, egg, cottage cheese, and vanilla and continue to mix until combined.
  4. In a bowl combine flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder and mix with a dry spoon.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir till combined, careful not to over mix.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 55 minutes. (Note, if the bread begins to brown quickly on top, cover loosely with foil for the final 15-20 minutes of baking.)