Description
This Protein Banana Bread with Sliced Bananas offers a healthy and delicious twist on the classic banana bread. Packed with protein powder and almond flour, it’s a nutritious treat perfect for breakfast or a snack, topped with fresh banana slices for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Batter
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup almond milk
Topping
- Sliced bananas for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mash bananas: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix batter: Add the protein powder, almond flour, eggs, baking powder, cinnamon, honey, and almond milk to the mashed bananas. Mix all ingredients until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour batter and add topping: Pour the prepared batter into the greased loaf pan and spread it evenly. Top the batter with the sliced bananas for added texture and sweetness.
- Bake the bread: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool and serve: Let the banana bread cool in the pan before slicing. Serve and enjoy your healthy protein-packed banana bread.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- You can substitute almond milk with any other milk of your choice.
- Check the bread at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and honey with maple syrup.
- Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
