How to Make High-Protein Banana Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Banana bread is a beloved classic in the world of baked goods - a perfect combination of sweetness and comforting flavor. But what if you could make this classic treat even better by adding a boost of protein? That's where this High-Protein Banana Bread recipe comes in. It's a delicious twist on the traditional recipe that's perfect for those looking to increase their protein intake while still satisfying their sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 serving nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 ¼ cups oat flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 scoops chocolate protein powder (such as Premier Protein®)
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 overripe bananas, mashed
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 9x5-inch loaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix together oat flour, sugar, walnuts, protein powder, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl.
  • Mix together mashed bananas, applesauce, milk, egg whites, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Slowly add flour mixture to banana mixture; stirring until just combined. Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top of bread springs back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    193 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 187mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 95mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 248mg