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Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

Moist Greek Yogurt Banana Bread for Healthy Indulgence

Enjoy this healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Bread, a deliciously moist loaf perfect for breakfast or brunch made with overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat/gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness
  • 0.33 cups unsalted butter softened; or coconut oil for vegan
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas use very ripe bananas
  • 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt or regular/plant-based yogurt
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans optional, or substitute with chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf Pan
  • hand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gently stir in mashed bananas until just combined.
  5. Fold in Greek yogurt until thoroughly blended.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with additional Greek yogurt until just combined.
  7. Fold in nuts if using.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare loaf pan by greasing and flouring.
  9. Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  10. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  11. Cool in pan for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

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