Quick Description
This High-Protein Banana Cheesecake Bread is ultra-moist, naturally sweet, and layered with a creamy protein cheesecake center. It tastes like a dessert loaf but is made with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and protein powder—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthy sweet craving.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 10 slices
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Ingredients List
Banana Bread Batter
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (high-protein)
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1½ cups oat flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Protein Cheesecake Filling
- ¾ cup cream cheese (softened, light or regular)
- ½ cup blended cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line or grease a loaf pan.
Step 2: Make Banana Batter
In a bowl, whisk bananas, eggs, yogurt, butter, sweetener, and vanilla.
Add protein powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until just combined.
Step 3: Make Cheesecake Layer
In a separate bowl, beat all cheesecake ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Assemble
- Pour half of banana batter into the loaf pan
- Add cheesecake layer evenly
- Top with remaining banana batter
- Lightly swirl the top if desired
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 45–50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the bread (not the center) comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool
Cool completely before slicing for clean layers.
Additional Notes
- Chilling overnight makes slices extra clean
- Bread stays moist for days
- Protein powder helps stabilize the cheesecake layer
Dietary Info
High-Protein
Lower Sugar
Vegetarian
Weight-Loss Friendly
Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt: Can replace with skyr
- Protein Powder: Vanilla or unflavored
- Flour: Use gluten-free 1:1 if needed
- Sweetener: Monk fruit, erythritol, or honey
Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Chocolate Banana: Add chocolate chips
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Add PB to cheesecake layer
- Lemon Cheesecake Banana Bread: Add lemon zest
- Serve With: Coffee, tea, or a protein shake
Storage & Make-Ahead
Fridge: 4–5 days
Freezer: Up to 2 months
Reheat: Microwave 10–15 seconds
Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate)
Calories: 180–210
Protein: 14–18 g
Carbs: 22–26 g
Fat: 6–8 g
Sugar: 6–8 g
Optional Personal Story
I wanted banana bread that actually kept me full—and the creamy protein cheesecake layer completely changed the game. It feels indulgent but fits perfectly into a high-protein lifestyle.
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