- 1 tbsp butter , melted
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Pinch of cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Oven & Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) .
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
- Stir in cottage cheese , eggs , oil , sugar , and vanilla . Mix until well combined.
- Pro Tip : Drain cottage cheese in a sieve for 10 minutes to remove excess liquid.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour , baking soda , salt , and optional cinnamon .
Step 4: Blend Everything
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined—do not overmix (a few lumps are okay!).
- Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips .
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
