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Protein Banana Bread

Delicious Protein Banana Bread that Fuels Your Day

This Protein Banana Bread recipe features a focus on nourishing ingredients, providing 10 grams of protein per slice, perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium overripe bananas about 1.5 cups mashed
  • 1 cup protein powder unflavored pea protein or preferred flavor
  • 2 cups flour white all-purpose, whole grain spelt, oat flour, or gluten-free blends
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the bread rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder another leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adds warmth and flavor
  • 1 cup yogurt plant-based yogurt for vegan version or use extra banana
  • 1/2 cup sweetener pure maple syrup, honey, or agave
  • 1/4 cup oil or water can be substituted with applesauce or yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be omitted if using flavored protein powder
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for indulgent option
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans recommended
  • 1/4 cup seeds chia or flaxseeds for added nutrition

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the loaf pan with oil or butter.
  2. Mash three overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Whisk together the dry ingredients including protein powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Add yogurt, sweetener, oil or water, and vanilla to the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, then turn off and leave for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Check doneness with a toothpick; if needed, bake for another 5-10 minutes.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice for serving and store leftovers at room temperature for up to 1 day or refrigerate for 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal sweetness, use very overripe bananas. Be careful not to overmix your batter for a fluffier bread. Ovens can vary, so monitor baking time closely.

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