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I love this Protein Banana Bread recipe because it comes out so moist and tasty. Made with added protein and pantry staple ingredients, they are perfect to serve as breakfast or a midday treat.

banana bread on a wire rack.
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I have all sorts of banana bread recipes on my site, which I make on rotation since I always have some ripe bananas, and I love to change things up for the kids. The added protein powder for this chocolate chip banana bread was more for me than the kids. I think you will love it too. Make it and don’t let those ripe bananas go to waste.

Try This Protein Banana Bread

If you are a fan of banana bread and want to add a touch of protein powder to it, then this recipe is for you. Whether you are looking to up your protein intake or just want a guilt-free treat, you will love this banana bread.

You may also like these protein chocolate chip cookies. Every time I shared them, they went viral on social media.

Recipe Overview

Skill Level
Beginner
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes

Ingredients needed

Below is a list of ingredients you will need to make it. Full measurements are listed further down below in the recipe card.

Ingredients for protein banana bread.
  • Ripe bananas, or 1 1/4 cups mashed
  • Egg: To replace the egg, you can use 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds mixed with 3 tablespoons of water.
  • Plain Greek Yogurt: Vanilla flavored works too
  • Honey or maple syrup
  • Coconut oil: or any other oil
  • Vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour, or any other flour, like oat or wheat
  • Vanilla whey protein powder: or plant-based protein
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Dark chocolate chips, plus 2 tbsp to top

How to make protein banana bread

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×5 pan with parchment paper.

collage image showing making the batter for banana bread.

Steps 1 and 2: In a bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients and set aside.

Step 3: To another medium bowl, add all the dry ingredients, except the chocolate chips. Mix to combine.

Step 4: Add the flour ingredients over the wet ingredients.

collage showing adding banana bread batter to a pan and baking.

Step 5: Using a spatula, mix again to combine.

Steps 6 and 7: Fold in the chocolate chips (not the additional 2 tbsp) and mix again gently. Add the batter to the bread pan and top with the additional chocolate chips

Steps 7 and 8: Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool for another 10 minutes. Slice and enjoy.

Tips from my kitchen

  • Swap the protein powder with quick oats or almond flour. You can also use plant-based protein powder. If you want to follow a recipe without the protein powder, then make this oatmeal chocolate chip banana bread.
  • Allow the banana bread to cool before slicing.
  • Swap the chocolate chips with pecans or walnuts.
a slice of banana bread on a plate with a fork next to it.

Common Questions

Can I skip the protein powder?

Yes. You can skip the protein powder and keep the recipe the way it is, or swap it with equal amounts of quick oats or almond flour.

What can I use instead of chocolate chips?

If you do not like chocolate chips, swap them with walnuts, pecans, or raisins.

How do I store this banana bread?

You can leave them covered on your kitchen counter overnight, and then I suggest you place them in a container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Can I freeze this banana bread?

Yes. This banana bread can freeze for up to 3 months. Just tightly wrap it and place it in a freezer-safe container before freezing.

Baked banana bread in the pan.
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Protein Banana Bread

By: Rena
Servings: 10
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 55 minutes
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Total: 1 hour 5 minutes
Banana bread with chocolate chips on a wire rack.
Easy to make, moist, and delicious banana bread, made with added protein and pantry staple ingredients. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

Wet ingredients:

  • 3 large ripe bananas, or 1 1/4 cups mashed
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup honey , or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted butter, or avocado oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, or any other flour like oat or wheat
  • 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, plus 2 tbsp to top

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×5 pan with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients and set aside. (3 large ripe bananas, 1 egg, 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt, 1/2 cup honey , 1/3 cup coconut oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract)
    All the wet ingredients for banana bread are placed in a bowl.
  • Into another medium bowl, add all the dry ingredients, except the chocolate chips. (1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon) Mix to combine.
    Flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, whisked in a bowl.
  • Add the flour ingredients over the wet ingredients, using a spatula, and fold together to incorporate.
    Flour was added over the wet ingredients mix.
  • Add in the 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips(not the additional 2 tbsp) and mix again gently.
    chocolate chips added over the banana bread batter.
  • Add the batter to the bread pan and top with the additional chocolate chips (if using)
    Banana bread batter is added to a pan and topped with chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    Baked banana bread in the pan.
  • Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool for another 10 minutes. Slice and enjoy.
    a slice of banana bread on a plate.

Notes

  • You may use vanilla Greek Yogurt or Plain yogurt
  • Swap the honey with brown or coconut sugar.
  • Use sugar-free chocolate chips, or swap them with walnuts.
  • Any oil will work.
  • You may use plant-based protein.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 303mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 52IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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About Rena Awada

Hi, Iโ€™m Rena! Welcome to my blog. I am here to help you prepare delicious, light, fresh meals that your whole family will love!

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