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Moist High Protein Banana Bread Recipe with Greek Yogurt Easy and Healthy

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A moist, high-protein banana bread made with Greek yogurt and vanilla whey protein powder, perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup (45 g) vanilla whey protein powder (e.g., Optimum Nutrition or Dymatize)
  • 1 cup (120 g) whole wheat flour (can substitute all-purpose or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) maple syrup or honey
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/3 cup (35 g) chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (45 g) dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large bowl with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly textured.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing gently until just combined. Some lumps are okay.
  6. Fold in optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, starting to check at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  9. If the top browns too fast, tent the loaf loosely with foil halfway through baking.
  10. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Fresh baking soda and powder ensure proper rising. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.

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Keywords: banana bread, high protein, Greek yogurt, healthy snack, breakfast, protein powder, moist banana bread, easy banana bread

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