Easy Protein Banana Bread Recipe – Healthy High-Protein Breakfast Loaf
High Protein Banana Bread is a soft, moist banana loaf packed with protein powder and wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect healthy breakfast or snack with about 10g of protein per slice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 slices 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cup white, spelt, or oat flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder (60g)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cup mashed overripe banana
- 1/2 cup yogurt or additional banana
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave
- 1/3 cup oil or water
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- optional chocolate chips, walnuts, coconut, etc.
Instructions
- Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, stir together all ingredients until fully combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Turn off the oven and leave the banana bread inside for 5 more minutes without opening the door.
- If needed, cover with foil and continue baking until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let cool, then remove from pan and slice.
Notes
- Flavour and texture improve the next day.
- Do not overmix for best texture.
- Optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts work well.
- Use leftover bananas for other baking recipes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Protein: 10g