This Mini Healthy High-Protein Banana Bread is the kind of recipe that feels both nourishing and comforting. It’s soft, lightly sweet, packed with protein, and perfect for when you want a wholesome treat that still tastes like a cozy classic.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
- Swap: Use almond flour for half the oat flour for a softer, more tender loaf
Steps
- Mash the banana until creamy, then whisk in the egg, yogurt, honey, and vanilla. It should look silky and smooth.
- Stir in the dry ingredients (oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, salt). Don’t overmix a few small lumps are totally fine.
- Fold in chocolate chips if you’re using them. They add a lovely little sweetness.
- Pour the batter into a mini loaf pan, filling it about 3/4 full.
- Bake at 350°F for 20–24 minutes, or until the top springs back when touched.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting out protein breads set as they rest, so be patient.
Chef’s Tips
- If your protein powder absorbs a lot of moisture, add 1–2 teaspoons of milk to loosen the batter.
- For the best texture, avoid overbaking protein breads can dry out quickly.
- Store tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 4 days; it stays wonderfully moist.
Variations
- Blueberry Protein Bread: Fold in 1/4 cup fresh berries.
- Chocolate Banana Protein Bread: Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder and sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top.
- Nutty Boost: Add 1 tbsp chopped walnuts for healthy fats and crunch.