Made By Emily
Breakfast

High-Protein Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Sliced high-protein peanut butter banana bread on a wooden board

Ingredients

  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 450 g)
  • 1 cup (240 g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (45 g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Incorporate the creamy peanut butter into the mashed bananas and mix thoroughly.
  4. Add the baking powder, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until everything is well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips if you’re using them.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top for presentation.
  8. Bake in the oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then use the parchment paper to lift it out and cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Estimate

  • Calories: 220 per slice
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fat: 10 g