Creating your Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt is quite simple. Just follow these easy steps:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using).
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Gently fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips if you desire additional flavor and texture.
- Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing it out evenly.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-55 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean from the center.
- Cool the Bread: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and Enjoy: Once cooled, slice your Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt and serve!