Mimishka & Tigrava
Hey Tigrava, I was thinking about the best post‑workout snack. Have you ever tried a quick protein‑packed banana bread? I can share the recipe if you're up for it!
Sure, but only if it packs protein and skips the extra fluff. Send me the recipe, and I'll test it—no time wasted.
Here’s a quick protein banana bread that’s simple, tasty, and skips the fluff:
**Ingredients**
- 2 very ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or low‑fat cottage cheese)
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored works best)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- A pinch of salt
- ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional, if you want a little extra crunch)
**Instructions**
1. Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease a 9×5‑inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light.
3. Add the mashed bananas, yogurt, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth.
4. Sift in the protein powder and baking soda, then fold in the cinnamon if you’re using it.
5. Gently fold in the nuts or chocolate chips if you want them.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
8. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
It’s about 12 slices; each slice gives you roughly 15–20 grams of protein, depending on the protein powder you use. Try it after a workout, and let me know how it turns out!