This Protein-Packed Banana Bread recipe is a nutritious twist on the classic banana bread. It’s perfect for breakfast or a snack, providing a delicious way to enjoy the benefits of bananas and added protein.
Made with ripe bananas, oats, and protein powder, this recipe is straightforward and can be customized with nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Healthy Banana Bread Recipe
This banana bread features a moist texture and a rich banana flavor, enhanced with protein for a satisfying treat. The recipe takes about 60 minutes from start to finish and yields 1 loaf.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, honey, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
