Protein-Packed Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt & Cottage Cheese
High-protein banana bread with 32g protein per slice. Greek yogurt + cottage cheese recipe for muscle building & meal prep.
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- 2
Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few small chunks for texture.
- 3
Whisk together the Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until well combined and creamy.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the mashed bananas and fold gently until just incorporated.
- 5
Combine the flour, protein powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl, whisking to break up any clumps in the protein powder.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir with a spatula until just combined — do not overmix, as this will make the bread tough.
- 7
Fold in the walnuts and chocolate chips if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- 8
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 9
Bake for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- 10
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- 11
Slice into 10 equal portions and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + 1/4 cup almond flour | Almond flour adds extra protein and healthy fats while keeping the bread moist and tender |
| Vanilla protein powder | 1/4 cup unflavored protein powder + 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (increase total vanilla to 1.5 tsp) | Unflavored powder won't compete with banana flavor and works with any diet preference |
| Greek yogurt + cottage cheese | 1 1/4 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt only | If you prefer a simpler ingredient list, Greek yogurt alone provides plenty of protein and moisture |
| Honey | 2 tablespoons maple syrup or 1 tablespoon honey + 1 tablespoon unsweetened applesauce | Reduces added sugar while maintaining moisture and sweetness from the bananas |
| Walnuts | 1/4 cup chopped pecans or 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 2 tablespoons walnuts | Pecans add richness; flax boosts omega-3s and fiber for better satiety |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 10)
| Calories | 198 |
| Total Fat | 4g |
| Saturated Fat | 1g |
| Cholesterol | 42mg |
| Sodium | 310mg |
| Carbohydrates | 24g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 11g |
| Protein | 32g |
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