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High Protein Gingerbread Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt delights!

High Protein Gingerbread Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt
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A deliciously moist and protein-packed banana bread infused with gingerbread spices and Greek yogurt for added creaminess.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • For a sweeter bread, increase the amount of honey or maple syrup.

Nutrition

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