Chocolate Protein Banana Cottage Cheese Bread
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Ingredients
Instructions
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**Preheat Oven:**
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
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**Mix Wet Ingredients:**
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In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
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Mix until smooth.
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**Add Dry Ingredients:**
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Add the almond flour, chocolate protein powder, baking soda, and cinnamon to the wet mixture.
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Stir until fully combined. You may need to adjust the moisture by adding a little more maple syrup or a splash of milk if the batter seems too thick.
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**Fold in Mix-ins (Optional):**
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If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
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**Pour Batter into Pan:**
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
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**Bake:**
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Bake for approximately 50 minutes.
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If the top begins to brown too quickly, cover with foil after 30 minutes.
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To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
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**Cool and Serve:**
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Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy a protein-packed twist on the classic banana bread, combining rich chocolate flavors with creamy cottage cheese for a delicious and healthful treat!
