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Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt And Cocoa Powder

Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt And Cocoa Powder

Banana bread is a classic comfort food that never goes out of style. But what if we told you there was a way to make it even better? That's right, we're talking about banana bread with Greek yogurt and cocoa powder. This recipe adds a healthy twist to the traditional banana bread, with the added benefit of being both delicious and easy to make.

Ingredients

Ingredients For Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt And Cocoa Powder

Before we get into the recipe, let's take a look at the ingredients you'll need. This recipe makes one 9x5 inch loaf.

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Now that we have all of our ingredients, let's get started!

Instructions

Instructions For Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt And Cocoa Powder
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
  3. Add the Greek yogurt, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the large bowl. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  8. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and cooling it completely on a wire rack.
  9. Slice and serve!

And there you have it, a delicious and healthy twist on classic banana bread. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. Enjoy!

Variations

Variations Of Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt And Cocoa Powder

While this recipe is delicious as is, there are a few variations you can try to mix things up:

  • Add chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the batter before baking.
  • Try adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for a fall-inspired twist.
  • Swap out the cocoa powder for chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey treat.
  • Use honey or maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a natural sweetener.
  • Make muffins instead of a loaf by pouring the batter into a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.

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Looking for a healthier twist on traditional banana bread? Try making banana bread with Greek yogurt and cocoa powder. This recipe is easy to make and absolutely delicious.

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