Whip up this quick high-protein banana bread in under an hour using cottage cheese, bananas, and oats. Perfect for easy high-protein meal prep.

Ingredients

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Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

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Step 2

In a blender or food processor, grind the rolled oats into a fine flour (if using oat flour, skip this step).

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Step 3

Add the mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the blender. Blend until smooth and well combined. If using mix-ins, fold them in by hand.

Step 4

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.

Step 5

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil after 25 minutes.

Step 6

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

For best results

  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your oats are certified gluten-free.
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra richness, or low-fat to reduce calories.
  • Let the bananas get very ripe (brown spots) for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Blend the batter until just smooth; over-blending can make the bread dense.

Variations

  • Chocolate Chip: Fold in 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips.
  • Nutty: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Berry: Gently fold in 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries.
  • Vegan: Use flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water) and dairy-free cottage cheese or silken tofu.

Nutrition

  • Calories215 kcal
  • Total Fat4g
  • Saturated Fat1g
  • Cholesterol40mg
  • Sodium280mg
  • Total Carbohydrates36g
  • Dietary Fiber4g
  • Sugars16g
  • Protein11g

Common Questions

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of oat flour?
Yes, substitute 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour for the oats. The texture will be slightly different but still delicious.
How do I store this banana bread?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.
Can I make this recipe without a blender?
Yes, mash the bananas well and whisk all ingredients together in a bowl. If using rolled oats, grind them into flour using a coffee grinder or use store-bought oat flour.