Greek Yogurt Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread recipe, offering a perfect blend of rich flavor and moist texture. The addition of Greek yogurt not only enhances the bread’s tenderness but also adds a subtle tang that beautifully complements the sweetness of ripe bananas.

Why Yogurt in Banana Bread?

Yogurt is a fantastic ingredient to use in baking because it adds moisture and a subtle tang to your recipes. It’s a great substitute for butter, oil, or sour cream, and it works beautifully in banana bread. If you choose a vanilla-flavored yogurt, like Stonyfield’s “Banilla,” it will even add an extra layer of banana flavor to your bread.

Ingredients for Greek Yogurt Banana Bread recipe

Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need to make this delicious Greek Yogurt Banana Bread:

• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup light brown sugar (packed)
• 1¾ cups flour (preferably organic)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup yogurt (regular or Greek, whole milk preferred)
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 medium-sized ripe bananas (mashed)
• Optional: Walnuts for topping

Instructions to make Greek Yogurt Banana Bread recipe

·         Start by combining the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Mix together ½ cup of sugar, ¼ cup of light brown sugar, 1¾ cups of flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Make sure everything is well combined.

·         In a separate bowl, mix ½ cup of your chosen yogurt (regular whole milk yogurt is recommended), 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend these ingredients until they are smooth.

·         Mash 4 large or medium-sized ripe bananas in a bowl. The riper the bananas, the better the flavor and moisture in your bread. Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture and blend until everything is well incorporated.

·         Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a denser loaf.

·         Grease your loaf pan with butter or oil. Pour the banana bread batter into the pan, spreading it out evenly. If you like, sprinkle a few walnuts on top for added crunch and flavor.

·         Place the pan in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven and bake for about 1 hour. The bread is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Serving and Enjoying

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This bread is perfect for sharing with friends and family, and it pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.

Baking with yogurt adds a unique moistness to your banana bread, making it a delicious and healthy treat that everyone will love. Enjoy!

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