Creamy Oatmeal Banana Bread
This luscious banana bread combines the health benefits of cottage cheese and oatmeal, all while being gluten-free. With its rich texture and natural sweetness from ripe bananas, it’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Each slice is packed with protein and fiber, making it a wholesome choice for any time of the day. Enjoy it warm with a pat of butter or nut butter!
ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and cottage cheese until well blended.
- 3.
Stir in the eggs, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, mix the gluten-free rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- 6.
If using, fold in the chopped nuts for added crunch.
- 7.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 8.
Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
- 10.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
