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High Protein Banana Bread Breakfast Loaf: The Ultimate Healthy Morning Treat

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A moist, nutrient-packed banana bread loaf enhanced with protein powder, Greek yogurt, and almond butter. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, this easy recipe offers a soft crumb, subtle sweetness, and 12g protein per slice.

  • Total Time: 70
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unflavored protein powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
2 large eggs
1/2 cup almond butter
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey
1 tsp vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
In a bowl, whisk flour, oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, mash bananas, then add eggs, almond butter, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and coconut oil. Mix until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in walnuts if using.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 55 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserts clean.
Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Store leftover loaf wrapped tightly in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave or toaster.
For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free 1:1 baking flour.
Protein powder substitutions: whey (dairy), pea (vegetarian), or rice (vegan).
Use dairy-free yogurt for vegan adaptation.

  • Author: Sabella
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 55
  • Category: High Protein Breakfasts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg