This lemon cottage cheese loaf cake is moist, has a tender crumb, and delivers bright citrus flavors. It’s high in protein (7g protein) and perfect for your afternoon coffee break.

Eggs (3 large)

Cane sugar (1/2 cup) – Swap with coconut sugar, brown sugar, or maple syrup. If you want to reduce the carb content, try using a sugar-free option like erythritol.

Cottage cheese, blended (1 1/4 cup) – Replace with Greek yogurt, ricotta cheese, or silken tofu.

Grated lemon zest (2 tbsp) – If you don’t have lemon zest (or want to try a different flavor), you can use orange or lime zest.

Lemon extract (1 1/2 tbsp) – You can also use vanilla extract or fresh lemon juice.

Coconut oil, melted (½ cup+ 1 tbsp) – Swap with ghee, butter, or any vegetable oil.

All-purpose flour (1 ½ cups) – Substitute with whole wheat flour or a gluten-free alternative.

Baking powder (2 1/4 tsp)

Salt (1/4 tsp)

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Lemon juice (2 tbsp) – You can also use lime juice or orange juice.

Powdered sugar (6 tbsp) – If you don’t have powdered sugar, grind granulated sugar or use a sugar-free powdered sweetener.

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