Chocolate Walnut Protein Banana Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 ripe bananas, mashed
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2 eggs
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup oat flour
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½ cup vanilla protein powder (Orgain Vanilla recommended)
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ cup chopped walnuts
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¼ cup Lily's milk chocolate chips + extra for topping
→ For Topping
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Zero-calorie confectioners' sugar (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with baking spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gently mix in the oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
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Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the batter.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing. For a touch of extra sweetness, dust with zero-calorie confectioners' sugar before serving.
# Notes:
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This protein-packed banana bread makes a nutritious breakfast or snack option.
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You can make your own oat flour by pulsing rolled oats in a food processor until fine.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.