The Softest Greek Yogurt Banana Bread -

moist slice of banana bread made with greek yogurt

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The Softest Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

This Greek Yogurt Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful twist on the classic quick bread recipe. Made with ripe bananas, creamy Greek yogurt, and a touch of cinnamon, it bakes into a tender loaf with a crunchy sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep, this easy banana bread recipe is freezer-friendly and family approved.

Prep Time15

Cook Time55

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana bread greek yogurt recipe, banana bread recipe with greek yogurt, easy banana bread, freezer friendly banana bread, greek yogurt banana bread recipe, healthy banana bread with greek yogurt

Servings: slices

Calories: 283kcal

Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

9x5 inch loaf pan
fork or potato masher
cooking spray or parchment paper

Ingredients

2 ripe bananas mashed
½ cup Greek yogurt fat free
½ cup butter melted
½ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ¾ cup all purpose flour
2 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp turbinado sugar for topping

Instructions

Prepare for baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper so the banana bread lifts out easily after baking.
Mash the bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth with just a few small lumps remaining.
Mix the wet ingredients: Add the Greek yogurt, melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Bring the batter together: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Stir just until no streaks of flour remain.
Fill the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it into an even layer. Sprinkle the turbinado sugar evenly over the top to give your banana bread a crunchy, caramelized topping.
Bake the banana bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven.
Cool before slicing: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Let it cool completely before slicing to keep it moist and tender.

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