High-Protein Peanut Butter Banana Bread Recipe (4 Ingredients, No Sugar, No Flour, Gluten-free) High Protein Recipes Bread/Muffins Fruit Breakfast Budget Recipes Gluten-free Snacks Cakes/Cupcakes

My husband loves something just a little sweet after dinner, but we are trying to eat healthier. Banana bread is one of my favorite things to bake, so I was so excited to find a recipe for a peanut butter banana bread that didn't call for refined sugar or flour. The sweetness comes naturally from the bananas. This moist high-protein peanut butter banana bread has just four simple ingredients and minimal prep. We both enjoyed the not-too-sweet taste of this easy bread recipe. Plus we got the health benefits of protein in every moist bite.

To make this banana bread recipe you need to grab the following ingredients: ripe bananas, peanut butter, baking powder and eggs. You could also add some vanilla extract and embellish the top with some chocolate chips, if desired. I added the chocolate chips on top because, well, why not? The peanut butter banana bread bakes up in about 35 minutes and smells amazing. Plus, check out the health benefits of bananas and the health benefits of peanut butter.

This gluten-free bread is not only delicious for dessert after dinner, but because it's not overly sweet, it makes a wonderful quick breakfast or tempting part of a brunch spread. The banana bread is also the perfect snack to keep you going during the day.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs

Optional Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Here's how to make it: 

1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mash the banana in a mixing bowl. I used a fork to mash the banana, but you could also use a potato masher. Make sure to use ripe bananas for this recipe.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. If using vanilla extract, add it now. You could use any nut butter in place of the peanut butter. Coffee lovers could add 2 to 3 tablespoons of brewed coffee to the batter for even more flavor.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
5. If desired, sprinkle the top with chocolate chips.
6. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let the loaf cool a few minutes before using the parchment paper to lift it out of the pan to cool completely.
8. Slice and serve. Store the bread in an airtight container to keep it fresh.

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