BANANA BREAD WITH PROTEIN POWDER

Name: Banana Bread with Protein Powder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 slices
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 210g ripe bananas; 110g plant-based protein powder (vanilla); 90g whole wheat flour; 2 large eggs; 70g maple syrup; 60ml almond milk; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp nutmeg

Enhance your banana bread with a scoop of protein powder for a 26g protein boost, making it the perfect guilt-free treat to fuel your day. Rich in satisfying texture, this bread boasts a moist, tender crumb with just the right balance of sweetness and banana flavor, complemented by a subtle protein-rich richness that keeps you full longer. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it offers a balanced macro profile—ideal for post-workout recovery or a nutritious snack on busy mornings. The dense yet fluffy texture makes each bite incredibly satisfying, while the natural sweetness of ripe bananas ensures a delightful, comforting taste. Whether enjoyed warm with a smear of almond butter or sliced and packed into your lunchbox, this bread is versatile and crave-worthy. It’s easy to customize—using gluten-free oats or vegan protein powder makes it suitable for various dietary needs. For best results, fold the protein powder gently into the batter to maintain a light texture, and avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf. Perfect for meal prep, this high-protein banana bread provides a delicious way to stay energized and on track with your health goals.

26g

Protein

230

Calories

45m

Total Time

Yield

Recipe Ingredients Instructions Troubleshooting Substitutions Nutrition Panel

Free Resource

GET THE PRINTABLE PACK

Includes shopping list (grams), freezer guide, and the substitution matrix PDF.

DOWNLOAD PDF PACK

INGREDIENTS

210g ripe bananas
110g plant-based protein powder (vanilla)
90g whole wheat flour
2 large eggs
70g maple syrup
60ml almond milk
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp nutmeg

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Mix Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas. Stir in the eggs, maple syrup, and almond milk.

Combine Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together the protein powder, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and nutmeg.

Combine Batters

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just moistened. Do not overmix.

Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Slice is too dry

Try reducing baking time by 2-3 minutes, or add an extra tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the batter.

Not rising properly

Check that your baking powder is fresh (less than 6 months old). Also avoid overmixing the batter.

Gummy texture in center

This usually means under-baking. Use a toothpick to test - it should come out with just a few moist crumbs.

Too dense

Make sure you're measuring protein powder correctly. Too much protein powder can make baked goods dense.

SUBSTITUTION MATRIX

Original	Swap With	Macro Impact
Whey Protein	Casein or Pea Protein	+10% Liquid Required
Greek Yogurt	Cottage Cheese (Blended)	Higher Protein + Sodium
Oat Flour	Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Blend	Neutral
Liquid Egg Whites	2 Whole Eggs	+10g Fat / +90 Cal

USDA Verified

NUTRITION FACTS

10 slices per container

Serving size 1 slice

Amount per serving Calories 230

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g10%

Total Carbohydrate 21g8%

Dietary Fiber 3g11%

Total Sugars 11g

Protein 26g52%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.