Fage Banana Bread Recipe
This Fage Banana Bread Recipe is a delicious, moist, and protein-packed twist on classic banana bread. Made with creamy Fage Greek yogurt, it enhances the texture, adds a slight tang, and reduces the need for excess butter or oil. The recipe includes ripe bananas, flour, eggs, brown sugar (or honey), vanilla extract, and a blend of baking essentials to create a soft and flavorful loaf.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls One large and one medium for wet and dry ingredients.
- Whisk For mixing wet ingredients smoothly.
- Spatula or Wooden Spoon To fold ingredients together without overmixing.
- Fork or Potato Masher For mashing the bananas.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Fage Greek yogurt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash bananas in a bowl, then mix in Fage Greek yogurt, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
- Whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon) in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently, then fold in optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour into loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use Overripe Bananas 🍌 – The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots.
- Don't Overmix the Batter – Stir gently until just combined to keep the bread soft and fluffy. Overmixing can make it dense.
- Greek Yogurt Substitute – If you don’t have Fage Greek yogurt, you can use another thick Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Check for Doneness – Insert a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it's ready!
- Storage Tips – Store at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.