Welcome to your new favorite snack: Protein Banana Bread! This delightful treat is not only delicious but also packed with protein to keep you energized.
Tips for Success
Make sure to blend the oats until they reach a fine flour consistency for the best texture. And trust me, the aroma while baking is simply irresistible!
Why You'll Love It
This banana bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. Plus, it's a great way to use up those ripe bananas!
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients:
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Step 1- Blend Oats: Dry ingredients: Add oats to a food processor or blender and blend until it's the texture of fine flour. Add to a mixing bowl. Stir in protein powder, white whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients:
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Step 2- Mix Wet Ingredients: Wet ingredients: Mash bananas in a separate bowl. Mix in egg, Greek yogurt, vanilla, and maple syrup. Gently fold in dry ingredients.
- Bake the Bread:
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Step 3- Bake: Bake: Pour into a greased loaf pan (I line the bottom of mine with parchment paper). Bake at 350 degrees F for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover with foil partway through cooking if it's getting too browned.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150, Fat: 3g, Carbs: 27g, Protein: 6g
Cooking techniques
Blending oats into flour gives the bread a lovely texture. Make sure to fold the wet and dry ingredients gently to keep the bread fluffy!
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to mix in some nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor! You can also swap the Greek yogurt for applesauce for a lighter version.
Storage tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
This banana bread is great for meal prep and freezes well, so you can enjoy it anytime!
