Easiest Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Ever!

Anyone else in a baking craze recently? We live in the Midwest and were recently hit with a huge snow and ice storm. Schools have been closed multiple days in a row and even getting out of our driveway was going to be a challenge for a while. The result? Lots and lots of time to bake! I've been enjoying letting my kids help me since we've all been a little stir-crazy around here. Yesterday they helped me make pancakes, chicken noodle soup, AND sugar cookies. Yes, I realize how crazy that is! If you're needing a new recipe to try out during a baking crazy, try this recipe for cottage cheese banana bread. It is filling and yummy and uses basic household ingredients!

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

If you're like me, you're a baking junkie! Baking is fun and eating your baked goods is even funner (I don't care if that's not a word...it should be)! Sometimes I want to bake without the consequences, and this recipe is perfect for that! I love that it is chock full of cottage cheese to add protein and a moist texture to the bread. I was so impressed with how this bread turned out, and it was gobbled up by my family. I think yours will do the same! I added chocolate chips to mine but that is totally up to you!

Why You'll Love Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

Perfect For A Filling Snack- Unlike most banana breads, this cottage cheese banana bread has cottage cheese! This means it fills you up quickly and is oh-so-delicious and moist. I blended my cottage cheese to ensure there weren't any lumps and that made all the difference!

Great For Gifting- Not sure what to make as a homemade gift idea for friends? This bread fits the bill with its beautiful exterior and moist interior.

-->Need Other Gift Ideas? You'll Love This Granola Recipe!

Yummy and Satiating Breakfast: Want a breakfast that will keep you full for the day? This banana bread is filling and delicious, the perfect pairing with Greek Yogurt or simply spread with peanut butter for a no-prep breakfast the morning of! Plus, if you are a mom of a picky breakfast eater, this might just motivate even THAT child to have some breakfast. It's that good!

Preparation

1. First, blend that cottage cheese in a food processor or blender. This ensures you don't get big chunks of cottage cheese in a bite of banana bread. Cottage cheese is great, but most of us don't expect a huge mouthful if we slice ourselves a piece of banana bread!
2. Next, Mix up those wet ingredients until combined. Then, in a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Then, blend together just until combined.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for around 30 minutes, then TURN OFF HEAT in oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes (may need to cover with aluminum foil if it's getting dark!)
4. Eat a slice of this delicious bread straight out of the oven with peanut butter, apple butter, or butter. So yummy and cozy, especially on a cold day!

Ingredients In Banana Bread With Cottage Cheese

Cottage Cheese- this adds moistness to this banana bread with cottage cheese that is oh-so-memorable and delicious!

Agave Syrup- you can substitute honey or maple syrup here, but agave is a bit less expensive where I live so I typically opt for that!

Bananas- because what would banana bread be without the bananas?!

Oil- I'm one of those people that is always using what I have! Use vegetable, canola, or avocado oil. You could also melt butter or coconut butter and you'd be fine in a pinch!

Vanilla- I know the amount of vanilla probably seems high here, but I think it makes a big difference in flavor when you add extra vanilla. My Aunt Hilary (a phenomenal cook!) mentioned she usually doubles the vanilla. It's something her Grandma did and I am carrying on the tradition in my own household when possible!

Flour- I used all-purpose here, but I've had good success substituting white winter wheat whole wheat flour (not flour made from red winter wheat) 1 for 1 with all-purpose. If you're doing it for the first time, I'd recommend doing 50% whole wheat and 50% all-purpose to see how you like the texture.

Leaveners- baking powder and baking soda for the win!

Cinnamon- adds a nice flavor boost and cozy feel to this bread!

Salt- often overlooked but if you omit it you will totally taste it!

FAQ's

Can I Use Whole Wheat Flour? I always recommend that if you use whole wheat flour, you use flour made from white winter wheat like this one.

Can I Substitute Honey For the Agave? Yes, you can totally honey in place of the agave syrup.

Can I Substitute Maple Syrup For The Agave? Again, yes, you can totally do that!

What If I Don't Have Vegetable Oil? In a pinch, I recommend adding melted butter, melted coconut oil, or canola oil in place of the vegetable oil.