protein banana bread
Enjoy a healthier take on classic banana bread with this protein-packed version. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas. Add applesauce, honey, vanilla, and egg. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together protein powder, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in walnuts (if using).
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of applesauce. Serve warm with a drizzle of honey.
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