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Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

Moist Greek Yogurt Banana Bread You'll Want Every Morning

This Greek Yogurt Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic recipe, offering irresistible moistness and a guilt-free treat for breakfast or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium ripe bananas the riper, the sweeter
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt adds moisture and boosts protein
  • ½ cup sugar consider using brown sugar for richness
  • cup vegetable oil can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs bind ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Mix-Ins
  • ½ cup walnuts toasted for extra flavor
  • ½ cup chocolate chips use dark chocolate for richness

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth with small lumps.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the mashed bananas and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. If using, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips for about 30 seconds.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture in your banana bread.

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