Greek Yogurt Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
A moist, tender loaf with ripe banana sweetness, creamy Greek yogurt, and gooey chocolate chips. A healthier twist on classic banana bread using yogurt and applesauce instead of butter for a lighter, indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Total Time: 80
- Yield: 1 loaf (12-16 slices)
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups ripe mashed bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, applesauce, honey, brown sugar, egg, vanilla, and baking soda until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Substitute Greek yogurt with full-fat version for richer texture or vegan yogurt for dairy-free. Replace egg with flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) for vegan option. Use coconut sugar or maple syrup as sweetener alternatives. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.