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Healthy Banana Bread

Delicious Healthy Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt Bliss

A high-protein delight that turns morning meals into satisfying experiences with Healthy Banana Bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large overripe bananas The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be!
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt Adds creaminess and protein.
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup Sweetener with a unique flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Gives structure; can use a flax egg for vegan alternative.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Brings depth to flavors.
  • 1½ cups superfine almond flour Keeps the bread gluten-free.
  • 1 cup rolled oats Adds fiber.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Essential for leavening; ensure freshness.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
  3. Whisk Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until well combined.
  4. Sift together the almond flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into the wet mixture, folding gently.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Healthy Banana Bread is easily adaptable; add nuts or seeds for extra crunch. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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