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High-Protein Banana Bread

Delicious High-Protein Banana Bread for a Guilt-Free Snack

Enjoy this High-Protein Banana Bread, a guilt-free snack packed with nutrition and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Ensure your bananas are spotted brown for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs These bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Increases moisture and protein.
  • ½ cup Honey Acts as a natural sweetener.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Introduces depth to the flavor.
  • 1 ½ cups Whole Wheat Flour Provides a fiber boost.
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder Opt for a neutral or vanilla flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended for extra flavor.
For the Add-ins
  • ½ cup Nuts or Chocolate Chips Optional mix-ins for texture and flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3 ripe bananas in a large bowl. Add 2 eggs, 1 cup of Greek yogurt, ½ cup of honey, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of whole wheat flour, 1 scoop of protein powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in any optional mix-ins like ½ cup of nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. It's done when a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use ripe bananas with brown spots. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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