Description
Soft, moist banana bread made with protein-rich Greek yogurt. Perfect for breakfast or snacking, this loaf is easy, satisfying, and ready in just over an hour.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or regular)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, then grease lightly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mash bananas and mix with Greek yogurt, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated.
5. Fold in any mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before removing from the pan and slicing.
Notes
Use bananas that are fully ripe with dark skins for best flavor and texture.
To reduce fat, swap vegetable oil for extra Greek yogurt.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 303mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 41mg