Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on desired sweetness)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing gently.
- Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 50-60 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150-180 calories
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 5g