White Chocolate Pistachio Banana Bread
If you love moist, soft banana bread but want something a little extra special, this White Chocolate Pistachio Banana Bread is a must-try. It’s packed with natural sweetness from bananas and maple syrup, rich in protein from cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, and studded with melty white chocolate chips and crunchy pistachios for the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
This recipe is gluten-free and naturally sweetened, making it a more wholesome option without sacrificing taste. The white chocolate drizzle and extra pistachios on top add the perfect finishing touch, making this banana bread feel just as indulgent as it is nutritious.
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Recipe Tips
Use Overripe Bananas for Natural Sweetness: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with lots of brown spots for the best results.
Blend Cottage Cheese for a Smooth Texture: If using cottage cheese instead of Greek yogurt, blending it first will ensure a creamy, smooth batter without any curds.
Fold in White Chocolate and Pistachios Gently: Overmixing can make banana bread dense. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts just until combined to keep the texture light and soft.
Check for Doneness with a Toothpick: Since this banana bread is extra moist, it may take longer to bake. Insert a toothpick in the center—if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, it’s ready!
Ingredient Swaps: Coconut Oil ? Use melted butter or avocado oil for a slightly richer flavor. Maple Syrup ? Swap for honey or a sugar-free alternative. White Chocolate Chips ? Use dark chocolate for a more balanced sweetness. Pistachios ? Try chopped almonds, walnuts, or pecans for a different nutty flavor.
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Refrigerator: Keep in the fridge for up to 1 week to maintain moisture.
Freezer: Slice and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Warm a slice in the microwave for 15-20 seconds for that fresh-out-of-the-oven feel.
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White Chocolate Pistachio Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 3 medium bananas mashed
- 2/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 2 pasture raised eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups gluten free all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips + some for topping/melting
- 1/2 cup pistachios chopped + some for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and line bread pan with parchment paper
- In a large bowl, add mashed bananas, maple syrup, and coconut oil, whisk to combine
- Add in eggs, cottage cheese and vanilla extract and mix well to combine
- In a separate bowl, pour in flour, baking soda, and salt and mix well; add to the wet ingredients
- Add in white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios and fold into the batter
- Pour your batter into the prepared pan and top with extra white chocolate chips and chopped pistachios
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes
- Melt your white chocolate with coconut oil in the microwave and stir
- Drizzle over the banana bread and top with additional pistachios
- Cut into slices and plate
- Enjoy!!
