High Protein Chocolate Banana Bread – Healthy, Moist & Delicious
Fuel your day with this High Protein Chocolate Banana Bread! Packed with protein, ripe bananas, and rich chocolate, it’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout treats. Easy to make and guilt-free, this protein-packed bread proves you can enjoy indulgent flavors while staying healthy. A must-try for chocolate and banana lovers alike!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Loaf pan or silicone mold
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Fork or potato masher
- Spatula or whisk
- Optional: hand mixer or food processor
- Oven thermometer
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 overripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- ½ cup milk or plant-based milk
- ¼ cup oil or melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup flour (almond, oat, or whole wheat)
- ½ cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2–3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional mix-ins: ½ cup chocolate chips, ½ cup chopped nuts, 2 tbsp seeds, ½ tsp vanilla extract, ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan.
- Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth. Mix in eggs, milk, oil, yogurt, honey, and optional flavorings.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, protein powder, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in optional chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds evenly.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake 45–55 minutes, testing with a toothpick (should come out mostly clean).
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Slice and serve fresh or store appropriately.
Notes
- Storage: Room temperature 2–3 days; refrigerate 5–7 days; freeze up to 3 months. Wrap slices individually for easy grab-and-go.
- Pro tips: Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing to keep loaf soft. Adjust liquid if using plant-based protein.
- Variations: Add nuts, chocolate, shredded coconut, or dried fruit. Make it vegan, gluten-free, or low-sugar by substituting ingredients accordingly.
- Serving suggestions: Serve with nut butter, yogurt, fresh fruit, coffee, or smoothies.