Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

🍌 Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread takes the classic comfort of banana bread and gives it a wholesome, protein-rich twist. By incorporating cottage cheese and hemp hearts, you get extra creaminess, moisture, and a boost of protein and healthy fats. The natural sweetness of bananas pairs beautifully with coconut sugar, warm cinnamon, and the nutty crunch of pecans, creating a loaf that is both nourishing and indulgent.

It’s perfect for breakfast, as a snack with coffee or tea, or even as a light dessert. The combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fats makes it more satisfying and blood sugar–friendly compared to traditional banana bread.

Benefits of Each Ingredient

• Bananas → Naturally sweet, rich in potassium for heart health and energy, and packed with fiber for good digestion.

• Coconut Sugar → A less refined sweetener with minerals like iron, zinc, and antioxidants; lower glycemic index than regular sugar.

• Coconut Oil → Provides medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy and healthy fat metabolism.

• Eggs → High-quality protein source that supports muscle repair, brain function, and satiety.

• Cottage Cheese → Adds creaminess while boosting protein and calcium for bone and muscle health.

• Hemp Hearts → Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, plant-based protein, and essential minerals like magnesium and iron.

• Vanilla Extract → Adds natural sweetness and comforting flavor, with antioxidant benefits.

• Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour → Gentle on digestion for gluten-sensitive individuals, serves as the base of the bread.

• Baking Soda → Helps the loaf rise, creating a fluffy and light texture.

• Cinnamon → Supports blood sugar balance, adds warmth, and provides powerful antioxidants.

• Pecans → Add crunch, heart-healthy fats, and plant-based protein, while also being rich in antioxidants.

A protein-packed, moist, and flavorful banana bread that’s perfect for a nourishing treat any time of day.