Ingredients
– 2 ripe bananas, mashed
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 large eggs
– 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Loaf pan
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab your mixing bowls and combine the mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract. You’ll want to mix until everything is smooth and well-blended—this is where the magic begins! The cottage cheese adds creaminess and a slight tang that complements the sweetness of the bananas. I could just eat the batter by the spoonful! (See the next page below to continue steps…)