Can I use different protein powders?

Yes — whey, casein, and plant-based work. Each changes texture slightly; oat flour plus yogurt absorbs differences well.

Make it gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oat flour or a gluten-free all-purpose mix.

Yes — replace oil with additional applesauce for a lower-fat loaf.

One standard loaf yields about 10–12 slices depending on thickness.

Absolutely — slice first, wrap pieces, and stash for up to 3 months.

Can I make muffins instead?

Totally. Bake in muffin tins for 18–22 minutes at the same temperature.

High Protein Banana Bread Recipe — Moist Healthy Protein Bread

Name: High Protein Banana Bread Recipe — Moist Healthy Protein Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups); ½ cup unsweetened applesauce; ¼ cup maple syrup (or your preferred sugar-free sweetener); ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or any neutral vegetable oil); 2 large eggs (or an egg replacement); ½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (for extra moisture and protein); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 scoops (≈½ cup) vanilla or chocolate protein powder; 1¾ cups oat flour (or whole wheat flour); 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional); ¼ cup peanut butter (optional, for extra protein and flavor)

Ingredients

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3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups)
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup maple syrup (or your preferred sugar-free sweetener)
¼ cup melted coconut oil (or any neutral vegetable oil)
2 large eggs (or an egg replacement)
½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (for extra moisture and protein)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 scoops (≈½ cup) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
1¾ cups oat flour (or whole wheat flour)
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
¼ cup peanut butter (optional, for extra protein and flavor)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it and dusting lightly with flour.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth. Stir in the applesauce, maple syrup, melted oil, eggs (or substitute), Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and vanilla until the mixture looks even.
Add the protein powder and mix until it’s fully incorporated and lump-free.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the oat (or whole wheat) flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and fold gently until just combined — stop as soon as you can’t see streaks of flour to avoid a dense loaf.
If you like, fold in the chopped nuts and/or the peanut butter now.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it and finish cooling on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Pro tip: If the top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil during the last 10–15 minutes. Enjoy warm or store cooled slices in an airtight container — they freeze well for quick breakfasts.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 95g
Calories: 260
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 13.5g
Cholesterol: 40mg