Description
A moist, protein-packed banana bread that’s delicious and nutritious! Made with ripe bananas, protein powder, and whole-grain flour, this high-protein banana bread is perfect for a healthy breakfast or post-workout snack, providing a boost of energy with a touch of natural sweetness.
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas, mashed
2 large eggs
¼ cup Greek yogurt or applesauce
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Substitutions: Use agave syrup instead of honey for a lower-sugar option, or swap Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative for a dairy-free version.
Storage: Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with almond butter, a drizzle of honey, or Greek yogurt for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread, Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 slices
- Calories: 180 kcal
