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Moist & Healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Bread (No Oil or Butter)

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Make this incredibly moist and fluffy Greek yogurt banana bread. This easy recipe uses Greek yogurt instead of oil or butter, providing a protein boost and a tender crumb perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 very ripe large bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mix-ins (optional: chocolate chips or chopped walnuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable.
  5. If using, fold in your chocolate chips or nuts now.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs attached.
  8. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use very ripe, spotty bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • For an extra protein boost, you can substitute up to 1/4 cup of the flour with vanilla protein powder.
  • This bread stays moist for days when stored tightly wrapped at room temperature.

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