Description

This Healthy Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Banana Bread serves as a nutritious twist on a classic dessert, providing a balance of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates while satisfying your sweet tooth with natural sweetness from ripe bananas and maple syrup.

Ingredients

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1.5 cups Mashed Bananas
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/3 cup Pure Maple Syrup
2 tablespoons Melted Coconut Oil or Avocado Oil
1.5 cups Whole Wheat Flour or Oat Flour
1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
2 Eggs
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamo
Pinch of Sea Salt
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pa
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth
Whisk in the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined
Gently fold in the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt until just combined
Carefully fold in the dark chocolate chips
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clea
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend or certified gluten-free oat flour.

A flax egg can be used in place of the egg for a vegan version.

Make sure bananas are overripe for the best flavor and sweetness.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 195 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: N/A