Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups of whole wheat flour or almond flour for a gluten-free option
- 1/2 cup of protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness
- 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the eggs, honey, and applesauce or Greek yogurt, whisking until smooth. Incorporate vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, cinnamon (if using), baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Substitute almond or coconut flour for a gluten-free variation.
- Add chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
- Replace honey with agave syrup or stevia to reduce sugar content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy, American
- Diet: High-Protein, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg