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A sliced loaf of moist high protein banana bread on a wooden cutting board with a side of Greek yogurt.
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High Protein Banana Bread with Applesauce and Yogurt

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 large egg s
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 scoops (60g) vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, applesauce, Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined, ensuring no large pockets of flour remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level the surface with a spatula.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.