Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Protein Banana Bread, a nutritious and satisfying treat perfect for breakfast or a post-workout snack. This high-protein loaf boasts ten grams of protein per slice, thanks to the combination of ripe bananas and protein powder. Moist, flavorful, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, it’s an excellent alternative to traditional banana bread. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with nut butter or chocolate chips, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins, this Protein Banana Bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups white flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups mashed overripe bananas
- 1/2 cup yogurt (or additional banana)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/3 cup oil or water
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add mashed bananas, yogurt, maple syrup, oil or water, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg