High-Protein Banana Bread
Cook time: 55-60 minutes
A moist, naturally sweet banana bread packed with protein powder and Greek yogurt for a healthier twist on the classic treat.
NOTES: For best results, use very ripe bananas with brown spots. Can substitute vanilla protein powder with unflavored if preferred.
Ingredients
- 3 large very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ⅓ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mash bananas until mostly smooth with some small chunks remaining.
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Whisk in Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Don’t overmix.
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Fold in walnuts if using.
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
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Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Macros
Whole Dish
Field | Amount |
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Calories | 1,620 |
Protein | 84g |
Fat | 32g |
Carbs | 248g |
Fiber | 28g |
Sugar | 168g |
Volume | 1,200g |
Per Serving
135 calories, 7g protein, 3g fat, 21g carbs, 2g fiber, 14g sugar