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Banana Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cake Squares for a healthy breakfast

Banana Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cake Squares

A delicious and protein-packed breakfast option combining ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 squares
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Can use low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 2 ripe bananas Make sure bananas are fully ripe for sweetest flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Large eggs are preferred.
  • 1 cup flour Can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup sugar May reduce sugar for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Feel free to sprinkle extra on top.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool before slicing into squares and serving.

Notes

These squares can be served warm or at room temperature. They can be enjoyed as a quick breakfast or snack. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.