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High Protein Banana Bread: Ultimate 5-Ingredient recipe for a moist, flavorful breakfast.

  • Author: RyderJameson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

High Protein Banana Bread is a moist, naturally sweet breakfast loaf packed with protein and flavor. Made with ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, oats, and protein powder, it bakes up tender, not chalky, and stays moist for days. Vanilla and cinnamon add warmth, while maple syrup provides gentle sweetness. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or a cozy morning slice. Quick to mix and customizable with nuts or chocolate chips; oat flour keeps it gluten-friendly.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups oat flour
  • ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Optional: chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk mashed bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 55–60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze slices for longer storage.
  • Substitute with dairy-free yogurt and plant-based protein powder for dairy-free option (note: contains eggs, not vegan).
  • Customize with chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips for texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 13 g
  • Sodium: 75 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg

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