Description
Looking for a moist, protein-rich banana bread that feels indulgent but fuels your day? This Protein Banana Bread is it. With naturally sweet ripe bananas, creamy Greek yogurt, almond flour, and a smooth dose of protein powder, it checks every box: quick breakfast, healthy snack, and even a clean dessert idea. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or need an easy recipe for the family, this loaf brings flavor and function together with zero fuss.
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas
2 eggs
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup protein powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with parchment or oil spray.
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in eggs, yogurt, and vanilla.
3. In another bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
5. Stir in chopped pecans or other optional mix-ins.
6. Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool fully.
Notes
Use spotty ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
Don’t overmix the batter—fold until just combined for a tender loaf.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg