Bananas develop 25% more natural sugars when their peels turn completely black—most people toss them too early.
Healthy Protein Banana Bread
Indulge in this light and fluffy protein-packed banana bread that’s perfect for any time of day! With overripe bananas for natural sweetness and a scoop of your favorite protein powder, this delightful treat will fuel your day while satisfying your cravings. Slice it up for a quick snack or enjoy it as a post-workout boost—either way, it’s a tasty win!
Prep
15
min
Cook
60
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 2 bananas
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 3/4 cup almond milk (180 ml)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(7)
- 1 cup almond flour (125 g)
- 1 tsp baking powder (5 ml)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips + extra to add on top (120 ml)optional
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted (60 ml)
- 1 cup gluten free all purpose flour (125 g)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (10 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (10 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mash bananas with a fork in a large bowl.
- 2
Add in the rest of the wet ingredients and mix.
- 3
Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix again.
- 4
Pour mixture into a parchment-lined loaf pan.
- 5
Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- 6
Bake at 350°F for 45-60 min. Let cool, cut into slices, and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mash bananas to 85% breakdown, leaving small 1/4-inch chunks because complete mashing creates a gummy texture due to excessive pectin release.technique85% breakdown
- ✓Mix wet and dry ingredients separately, then combine with exactly 12-15 gentle folds to prevent gluten overdevelopment which creates dense, tough protein bread.technique12-15 folds
- ✓Test doneness at 45 minutes with a toothpick inserted 2 inches from center edge - protein breads continue cooking from residual heat and can overbake quickly.timing45 minutes
- ✓Use bananas with 75% brown spots for optimal sweetness and moisture - they contain 25% more natural sugars than yellow bananas, reducing need for added sweeteners.ingredient75% brown spots
- ✓Line your pan with parchment extending 2 inches above rim because protein-rich batters expand 40% more than traditional batters and can overflow.equipment2 inches above rim
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Prep
15
min
Cook
60
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Bananas develop 25% more natural sugars when their peels turn completely black—most people toss them too early.
Healthy Protein Banana Bread
Indulge in this light and fluffy protein-packed banana bread that’s perfect for any time of day! With overripe bananas for natural sweetness and a scoop of your favorite protein powder, this delightful treat will fuel your day while satisfying your cravings. Slice it up for a quick snack or enjoy it as a post-workout boost—either way, it’s a tasty win!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 2 bananas
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 3/4 cup almond milk (180 ml)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(7)
- 1 cup almond flour (125 g)
- 1 tsp baking powder (5 ml)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips + extra to add on top (120 ml)optional
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted (60 ml)
- 1 cup gluten free all purpose flour (125 g)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (10 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (10 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mash bananas with a fork in a large bowl.
- 2
Add in the rest of the wet ingredients and mix.
- 3
Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix again.
- 4
Pour mixture into a parchment-lined loaf pan.
- 5
Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- 6
Bake at 350°F for 45-60 min. Let cool, cut into slices, and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mash bananas to 85% breakdown, leaving small 1/4-inch chunks because complete mashing creates a gummy texture due to excessive pectin release.technique85% breakdown
- ✓Mix wet and dry ingredients separately, then combine with exactly 12-15 gentle folds to prevent gluten overdevelopment which creates dense, tough protein bread.technique12-15 folds
- ✓Test doneness at 45 minutes with a toothpick inserted 2 inches from center edge - protein breads continue cooking from residual heat and can overbake quickly.timing45 minutes
- ✓Use bananas with 75% brown spots for optimal sweetness and moisture - they contain 25% more natural sugars than yellow bananas, reducing need for added sweeteners.ingredient75% brown spots
- ✓Line your pan with parchment extending 2 inches above rim because protein-rich batters expand 40% more than traditional batters and can overflow.equipment2 inches above rim