Golden Banana & Honey Cream Bowl
Elevate your breakfast or snack routine with this simple, protein-rich bowl. Luscious cottage cheese, naturally sweet banana, and a hint of cinnamon create a satisfying, wellness-focused treat in just a few minutes.
Servings 3
Calories 280kcal
Equipment
- Medium mixing bowl
- Silicone spatula
- Small knife
- Cutting board
- Set of three individual parfait glasses or bowls
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium cottage cheese about 340 g
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons clover honey plus more for drizzling
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons toasted walnuts roughly chopped
Instructions
- Create the Creamy Base: In the medium mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium cottage cheese, clover honey, and ground cinnamon. Use the silicone spatula to stir until the mixture is smooth and the honey is fully incorporated.
- Prepare the Fruit: Peel the three ripe bananas. Slice two of them into uniform rounds, about ¼-inch (≈6 mm) thick. Dice the remaining banana.
- Layer the Bowls: Spoon half of the cinnamon-cheese mixture evenly into the base of your three serving glasses. Gently place a layer of the sliced banana rounds over the cheese.
- Complete the Assembly: Top the banana layer with the remaining cottage cheese mixture, dividing it equally among the glasses. Artfully arrange the remaining banana slices and the diced banana over the top of each serving.
- Add Final Touches: Sprinkle the roughly chopped toasted walnuts over each bowl. For extra visual appeal and a touch of sweetness, add a final, light drizzle of honey over the top.
- Serve Promptly: For the best texture and flavor, enjoy immediately after preparation.
Notes
Storage: These bowls are best enjoyed fresh, as the bananas will begin to brown. If you must prepare ahead, you can mix the cottage cheese base and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble with fresh bananas just before serving.
Ingredient Swaps: Feel free to substitute the banana with fresh berries or sliced peaches. Maple syrup or agave nectar can be used in place of honey. For a different crunch, try pecans, almonds, or a sprinkle of chia seeds instead of walnuts.
Pro-Tip: For an ultra-smooth, whipped texture, process the cottage cheese in a small food processor or with an immersion blender for 30–45 seconds before mixing it with the other ingredients.
🍳 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)
Serving Size: 1 bowl- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 44 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4 g
- Total Sugars: 30 g (Includes 12 g Added Sugars)
- Protein: 15 g
- Vitamin D: 0 mcg
- Calcium: 105 mg
- Iron: 0.6 mg
- Potassium: 540 mg
- Vitamin C: 10 mg