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Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

A moist and flavorful banana bread made with Greek yogurt for a healthy twist. Simple to prepare in one bowl, this recipe is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 ripe bananas The riper, the better!
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Regular yogurt can be substituted.
  • 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup Other sweeteners like brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 large eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bananas and mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. For added sweetness, spread butter or drizzle honey on slices. Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for about a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.