Soft, fluffy, and simple to make without traditional flour or added sugar. This version is lightly sweet and works well as a quick protein-rich treat.
Ingredients
Makes 1 small loaf
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
- 1–2 tablespoons granulated sweetener, optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Blend the wet ingredients:
Add cottage cheese, eggs, almond butter, vanilla, and sweetener to a blender. Blend until completely smooth. - Add the dry ingredients:
Pour the mixture into a bowl and stir in protein powder, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. - Prepare the pan:
Pour the batter into the lined loaf pan and smooth the top. - Bake:
Bake for approximately 25–35 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the center is set. - Cool:
Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before removing it from the pan. Allow it to cool further before slicing.
🍯 Serving ideas
Try it with:
- Peanut butter
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh berries
- A small drizzle of honey
- Sugar-free chocolate chips
Note: The exact carbs and protein depend heavily on the protein powder and cottage cheese you use, so it shouldn’t automatically be considered “virtually carb-free” without checking the nutrition labels.
