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One Bowl Banana Bread
Anne Newgent

One Bowl Banana Bread

One Bowl Banana Bread is a deeply moist, naturally sweet, and incredibly satisfying bread that requires minimal preparation and cleanup. It is rich in flavor and texture, making it the perfect addition to a healthy diet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 very ripe bananas
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based alternative
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamo
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or other optional add-ins

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Add eggs, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
  4. Sprinkle whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt over the wet mixture.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Add any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Banana ripeness is key; the riper the bananas, the sweeter the bread. Do not overmix to avoid a dense texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.