Chocolate Chip Protein Banana Bread (Gluten Free, Easy)
This Protein Banana Bread with chocolate chips is made in just one bowl, ready in less than an hour, gluten free, protein packed, and freezes great!
Lately, I have been all about the protein! I recently made blueberry protein muffins and banana protein muffins, which is what inspired this healthy bread recipe.
If you are thinking, oh my gosh this is just another banana bread recipe…you’re wrong, so keep reading!
I am all for a protein packed snack and breakfast, but sometimes that just doesn’t seem possible with busy schedules.
One thing I have learned as a new-ish mom is that I find myself putting everything else before me. Which is how most moms feel, right?
But if we don’t take care of ourselves and fuel our bodies, there’s no way we can keep up with all of the things. So I am adding protein in every way possible.
Some don’t really like protein powder but the key is finding the right brand. You can order my favorite one on Amazon and they also sell it at Costco!
There are tons of recipes where you can get natural protein, but most of the time sweets, breads, and muffins really lack in this area, which is why I add protein powder.
Protein Banana Bread Ingredients
Bananas – you want them to be ripe!
Greek yogurt – use your favorite Greek yogurt, the plain version. If you don’t have plain, vanilla will work ok. Just check the sugar content and adjust as needed.
Honey – swap for maple syrup if needed. Make sure it’s pure maple syrup and not maple flavored syrup.
eggs
vanilla extract
oat flour – be sure to pack it when measuring. You can make your own, but I prefer to buy it so it’s super finely ground!
vanilla protein powder – whey or plant-based will work. I really like this vanilla protein powder for my recipes!
Cinnamon
Baking powder
baking soda
dark chocolate chips – I used Lily’s Milk Chocolate Chips because they have no sugar added.
How To Make Banana Bread with Protein
Line a bread (loaf) pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana until they are smooth and there are no lumps.
Add in the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and eggs, and mix together.
Then add the rest of the ingredients except the chocolate chips.
Fold in the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top.
Pour the batter into the loaf pan.
Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and bake for 40 to 50 minutes.
Cover it halfway through with foil so it doesn’t burn the top.
What Kind of Protein Powder Should I Use?
This is really a personal preference, but it’s safe to use whey, collagen, or plant based protein for this banana bread.
If you are new to picking out proteins, they are definitely not created equally – their nutrition or taste.
Orgain is a brand of plant-based protein, and both their vanilla and chocolate fudge powders are delicious.
When you open the containers it actually smells good and sweet and I think works well in desserts and with baking in general.
Variations
Nuts: Add walnuts on top or in the batter for added flavor and crunch
Glaze: Make a homemade sugar glaze or drizzle some creamy peanut butter on top.
Chocolate: experiment with different dark chocolates and semi-sweet varieties.
You can also use chocolate protein powder if you want it double chocolate!
Vegan: sub the eggs for flax eggs
More Ways to Use Up Ripe Bananas
Just so you know you aren’t the only person to buy bananas so they can rot 🙂
Here are some more popular recipes that call for ripe bananas, so don’t toss them just yet!
- Almond Butter Banana Bread
- Gluten Free Banana Cake
- Double Chocolate Banana Bread (gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and refined sugar-free)
- Banana Breakfast Bars (Vegan + GF)
These are just a few of my banana recipes, there are a ton more on the blog!
Storing Protein Bread
Protein banana bread will last up to a week when stored in an airtight container or bag in the fridge.
Freeze in loaves or individual slices.
Allow it to thaw the night before you want to eat it.
More Healthy Bread Recipes:
- Whole Wheat Pumpkin Bread
- Gluten Free Lemon Poppyseed Bread
- Dairy Free Carrot Cake Banana Bread
- Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
Is banana bread a good source of protein?
A classic banana bread recipe is higher in carbs than protein which is why this protein banana bread recipe is a great option!
The greek yogurt, eggs, and protein powder all add a good source of protein.
More Easy, Gluten Free Recipes
- Almond Butter Banana Bread
- Oatmeal Date Bars (No Sugar Added, Dairy Free, Gluten Free)
- Paleo Carrot Cake – Gluten Free, Dairy Free
- Paleo Pumpkin Bread (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Grain Free, Oil-free)
Easy Protein Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 2 medium overripe bananas mashed with no lumps
- 6 oz plain greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup oat flour packed!
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mash your bananas in a large mixing bowl.
- To the mashed bananas, add your greek yogurt, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- To your bowl, add remaining ingredients except chocolate chips.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, saving some to sprinkle on top.
- Pour in your loaf pan and bake for 40-50 minutes, covering halfway through so you don’t burn the top.
- Allow to cool before slicing and enjoy!
Great recipe! I followed it exactly except used Bob’s Gluten-Free All-Purpose flour because that’s all I had on hand. Turned out wonderful, moist, slightly sweet but not overly so. Will make again!
Do you have a substitute for the Greek yogurt?
I haven’t tested anything but you could most likely do more banana!
We used plain fat free yoghurt and it works the same
This was incredible! i can’t believe how good it is and higher protein than regular banana bread, sharing it with everyone i know!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate you sharing it with your friends 🙂
loved this recipe, really stuggle to find good recipes that use whey protein and this one worked a treat !!! really moist and delicious
just wondering if you’ve got the nutritional facts ?
Thank you so much! I don’t have the nutrition information but you can add all the ingredients to an online nutrition calculator and divide by the serving size to find that information! Thank you again for the kind words 🙂
I’ve made this recipe 5 times and it has turned out perfect every time! Most recently I made it into 12 muffins instead of a loaf and baked them for 20 minutes. I’ve found that blending up 1 1/2 cups of quick oats makes just about 1 1/4 cups of oat flour. I follow the recipe exactly and they are so moist and perfectly sweet. Thanks so much!!!
Thank you for the awesome review! I’m so happy you have enjoyed it!
Kids all love it. Does anyone have macros for the recipe?
I used almond flour instead of oat because that’s all I had. Made it into muffins and they are delicious!
Family Favorite and the ‘one bowl’ is what caught my eye!
Tried it out and we all loved the taste. Freezes well too!
This was super tasty and moist. Made a triple batch thinking ai would freeze it. Nope! It’s already gone! Yummy!