Description
Flourless Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake is a moist, gluten-free treat made with bananas, oats, carrots, and cottage cheese. High in protein and naturally sweetened, it’s perfect for a healthy dessert or post-workout snack. Easy to make and topped with creamy Greek yogurt, this cake is a must-try. Save the recipe and bake it today!
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 1/2 cups low-fat cottage cheese, blended until smooth
1 large carrot, grated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2 cups oats
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup pecans, chopped
Topping:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/3 carrot, grated
Chopped pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 360°F (182°C). Lightly spray a 9×4 inch loaf pan with oil or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add in the blended cottage cheese, grated carrot, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Mix in the oats, cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir again to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, using a spatula to smooth the top.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Top with a layer of Greek yogurt, then sprinkle with grated carrot and chopped pecans. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
- Slice and enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
Make it nut-free by swapping pecans with seeds.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Be sure to blend the cottage cheese to keep the texture smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (6 oz)
- Calories: 249 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 14g