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Wholesome Chocolate Chip Banana Protein Bread

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A moist and wholesome banana bread with a protein boost and chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on-the-go.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unflavored or vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose/almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely on a cooling rack before slicing to prevent gummy or crumbly texture.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing to keep bread tender. Tent with foil if browning too fast. For gluten-free, substitute flour and consider adding an extra egg or flaxseed meal. Vegan option uses flax eggs and plant-based yogurt. Baking time may vary if using muffin tins (20-25 minutes).

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