Get Ready to Go Banana for Our Luscious Protein Banana Bread Recipe!
Don't miss out on the chance to try our Protein Banana Bread Recipe at home! This incredibly delicious and nutritious treat is sure to become a new favorite. With its moist and fluffy texture, delightful banana flavor, and a boost of 20g of protein per serving, you'll be hooked from the very first bite. So, what are you waiting for? Read on to get the full recipe and start baking!
Protein Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
* 1 ripe banana, mashed
* 1 scoop whey protein powder (20g protein)
* 1/2 cup rolled oats
* 1/2 cup almond flour
* 1/4 cup granulated sugar
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
* 2 large eggs
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* Pinch of salt
* Optional add-ins: chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans), chocolate chips, or dried cranberries
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, whey protein powder, oats, almond flour, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
5. If desired, add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried cranberries to the mixture and fold until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 60-65 minutes
Variations and Add-ins:
* Peanut Butter Banana Bread: Add 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter to the mixture for an added layer of flavor.
* Mocha Banana Bread: Add 1 tablespoon of instant coffee powder and 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the mixture for a mocha twist.
* Streusel Topping: Mix 1/4 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle on top of the banana bread before baking for a crunchy topping.
* Date-Sweetened Banana Bread: Replace the granulated sugar with 1/4 cup of pitted dates, soaked in 2 tablespoons of water.
* Protein-Packed Pumpkin Banana Bread: Add 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, and 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice to the mixture for a seasonal twist.
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