Easy Banana Bread #recipes #protein

I don’t know what’s crazier… that this banana bread only needs 5 ingredients or that it’s ready in under 45 minutes and packed with protein. 🤯🍌

It’s the ultimate way to use up those extra bananas on the counter—and the secret ingredient? Full-fat cottage cheese for extra protein and moisture (without making it taste “healthy”).

Trust me, once you try this easy, high-protein banana bread, it’s going to be on repeat. 👏 Save this one—you’ll thank yourself later!

Ingredients:
* 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
* ½ cup full-fat cottage cheese, also called whole milk cottage cheese
* 2 large eggs
* 1½ cups self-rising flour
* ¼–½ cup maple syrup or honey (depending on how sweet you like it) 
* 1 ripe banana, halved lengthwise, optional for topping 

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Blend mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, and maple syrup (start with ¼ cup) in a blender or food processor until smooth.
3. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Gently fold in the self-rising flour using a rubber spatula until just combined—do not overmix.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. 
5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The top should be golden and set.
6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

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