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Healthy High Protein Banana Bread

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A moist and fluffy banana bread recipe packed with protein and fiber, perfect for weight loss and a nutritious snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (approx. 60g), vanilla whey or plant-based
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats (75g)
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (60g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (120g), plain, full-fat or low-fat
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small lumps.
  3. Add eggs, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix whole wheat flour, rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking at 45 minutes with a toothpick. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, it is done.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Check doneness with a toothpick. For vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use dairy-free yogurt. Can be baked as muffins with adjusted baking time (18-20 minutes).

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