Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add eggs, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, Greek yogurt (if using), and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if desired. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for sweeter flavor and easier mashing.
- Feel free to add spices like nutmeg or ginger for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freeze slices for quick snacks, reheating in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Bakery
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg