Description
Protein Banana Bread is a wholesome and delicious treat that fits seamlessly into your busy lifestyle. This nutrient-packed bread offers a perfect balance of protein and flavor, making it an ideal choice for breakfast on-the-go or a fulfilling snack throughout the day. With its rich ingredients like Greek yogurt, eggs, and protein powder, this banana bread not only supports muscle recovery but also satisfies cravings. Enjoy it as-is or pair it with your favorite nut butter for an added layer of indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups banana puree (about 3 large ripe bananas)
- 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (light brown, coconut, or white)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (or regular AP flour)
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Puree bananas until smooth and measure out 1 1/2 cups into a mixing bowl.
- Whisk in melted butter, eggs, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients: both flours, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- If desired, gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan; optionally top with more chocolate chips.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg