Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt: My Go-To Recipe (Print Version)

Make the best Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt! This moist, tender loaf is a family favorite, packed with flavor and a secret ingredient.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 75 minutes
Servings: 8-10 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 3-4 very ripe bananas
02 - 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
05 - 1 large egg, room temperature
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Optional Mix-ins

11 - 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips
12 - 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, grab a 9x5-inch loaf pan and grease it up, then lightly flour it. Or, if you're like me and prefer less mess, line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Trust me, that overhang is a lifesaver for easy removal! I used to just grease and flour, but one too many sticking incidents taught me the parchment lesson the hard way. The kitchen always smells so good when the oven starts warming up, doesn't it?
02 - Next, in a medium bowl, mash those super ripe bananas with a fork. You want them mostly smooth, but a few small lumps are totally fine – adds character, right? I usually go for a slightly chunky mash because I love those little pockets of banana in the finished loaf. This is where the magic starts to happen, you can almost taste the Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt already! Honestly, sometimes I just stand there and sniff the mashed bananas, it’s that good.
03 - In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, Greek yogurt, and egg until they're well combined and look smooth. This is where the Greek yogurt really starts to shine, making the mixture beautifully creamy. Make sure your egg isn't straight from the fridge; room temperature incorporates so much better! I remember one time I rushed this step, and the batter was a bit lumpy, oops!
04 - In another bowl (yes, more bowls, I know, kitchen chaos!), whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Give it a good whisk to ensure everything is evenly distributed. This step is important for an even rise, so don't just dump it all in! I once forgot the baking soda, and let's just say it was more of a banana brick than a banana bread. Live and learn, right?
05 - Now, pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. And I mean *just* combined! Overmixing is the enemy of tender banana bread; it develops the gluten too much, making it tough. A few streaks of flour are perfectly fine. This is also where you'd fold in your optional chocolate chips or walnuts, if you're feeling fancy. The batter for this Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt should look thick and luscious.
06 - Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely tent it with foil. My oven runs a little hot, so I always check around the 50-minute mark. The smell filling your kitchen at this point? Pure heaven! Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Patience is key for the perfect slice of Banana Bread With Greek Yogurt.

# Notes:

01 - Use *very* ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
02 - Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temp for up to 4 days, or freeze slices for longer.
03 - Sour cream can substitute Greek yogurt in a pinch, though the flavor will be slightly different.
04 - Serve warm with a dollop of cream cheese or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a real treat.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 9x5-inch loaf pan
02 - mixing bowls (medium and large)
03 - whisk
04 - fork
05 - measuring cups and spoons

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: Approx. 250-300 per slice (varies with additions)
Total Fat: Approx. 10-15g per slice
Total Carbohydrate: Approx. 35-45g per slice
Protein: Approx. 4-6g per slice

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