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Protein Banana Bread

Protein Banana Bread
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4.8 from 14 reviews

This Protein Banana Bread is a wholesome twist on the classic favorite, packed with protein to keep you energized. Made with ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, protein powder, and wholesome flours, it’s a perfect guilt-free snack or breakfast option. Moist, flavorful, and optionally enhanced with nuts or peanut butter for texture and extra protein, this banana bread balances natural sweetness with nutritious ingredients.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or your favorite sugar substitute
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs or egg substitute
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (for moisture and extra protein)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup peanut butter (optional, for added protein and flavor)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 scoops (around ½ cup) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 1¾ cups oat flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan to ensure the bread doesn’t stick after baking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Add the applesauce, maple syrup, melted oil, eggs, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture well until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Add protein powder: Stir in the protein powder gradually and mix it in until no lumps remain, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oat or whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to evenly blend the leavening agents and spices.
  5. Mix dry into wet: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the bread dense.
  6. Incorporate optional add-ins: Fold in chopped nuts and/or peanut butter if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the banana bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Oat flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.
  • Choose a protein powder flavor that complements banana well, like vanilla or chocolate.
  • Maple syrup can be swapped with honey or agave syrup, but adjust sweetness to taste.
  • For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax or chia egg substitutes and use plant-based yogurt.
  • Nut-free option: omit nuts and peanut butter.
  • Storage: Keep banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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