Banana bread is one of the most comforting baked goods people return to again and again. The smell, the warmth, the softness—it signals familiarity and ease. But traditional banana bread is often baked in large loaves that encourage oversized slices and mindless snacking.
These Banana Bread Protein Squares are designed to keep everything people love about banana bread while changing how it’s eaten. By baking the batter into a thin slab and slicing it into squares, the experience becomes calmer and more intentional. You take one square, enjoy it, and move on—without feeling like you need “just one more slice.”
Bananas work especially well in high-protein baking because they provide moisture and sweetness without requiring large amounts of added sugar. Combined with protein, they create a baked good that feels comforting but still functional—something that fits easily into daily routines.
This kind of recipe shows up frequently in the Dream Life Cookbook, where familiar flavors are reshaped into formats that support consistency. When snacks feel reliable and balanced, they stop feeling like a decision and start feeling like a habit.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Moist, soft banana bread texture
- High in plant-based protein
- Naturally sweetened
- Easy to slice and portion
- Great for snacks or breakfast
Banana Bread Protein Squares
Description
These banana bread protein squares are soft, moist, and naturally sweet. A high-protein, lower-sugar take on classic banana bread that’s easy to portion, satisfying, and supportive of weight-loss goals.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1 — Prepare the pan
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small square baking pan with parchment paper, pressing it firmly into the corners.
Step 2 — Mash the bananas
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Add ripe bananas to a bowl and mash until mostly smooth with small lumps remaining.
Step 3 — Mix dry ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk together oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 4 — Combine wet and dry
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Add the dry ingredients to the mashed bananas along with almond milk, almond butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
Step 5 — Transfer to pan
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula.
Step 6 — Bake until set
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the center feels set and the edges are lightly golden.
Step 7 — Cool and slice
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Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
Note
These banana bread protein squares are intentionally baked to stay soft and moist rather than dry. Bananas provide natural sweetness and moisture, while protein powder adds structure and helps the squares feel more filling than traditional banana bread.
The square format encourages portion awareness without feeling restrictive, making these easy to enjoy as a daily snack.
