Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Bread is a scrumptious, moist loaf made using ripe bananas and Greek yogurt for a tender crumb. It's perfect for breakfast or snacks and can easily be customized with additions like nuts or chocolate chips.
Ingredients
3 Medium Overripe Bananas
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup or Honey
1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil or Avocado Oil
2 Large Eggs
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1.5 cups Whole Wheat Flour or Oat Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamo
1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pa
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the three overripe bananas until smooth with a few lumps
- Whisk in the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined
- Fold in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until just combined, being careful not to overmix
- If using, fold in any extras like nuts or chocolate chips
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clea
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Notes
Ensure the bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
For gluten-free, substitute the flour with a gluten-free blend that contains xanthan gum.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg