Espresso Banana Bread Meal Prep: If you love banana bread but wish it had a little more kick (because, who doesn’t?), this recipe is for you. It’s like your grandma’s classic banana bread met a coffee shop espresso and decided to collaborate. The result? A rich, moist loaf that’s perfect for those who enjoy multitasking—because why not start the day with caffeine and carbs? Don’t worry; it’s not too much coffee, just enough to remind you why mornings exist. Make this for a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up—because, apparently, we’re all too busy to choose between snacks and coffee.
Espresso Banana Bread Meal Prep
A dreamy mashup of banana bread and espresso, this loaf is perfect for breakfast or a lazy snack. Moist, delicious, and surprisingly energizing.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso cooled
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well.
- Add egg, cooled espresso, and vanilla. Stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Slowly incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir until smooth.
- Pour batter into the greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin B12: 4%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 8%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Add chocolate chips for a more indulgent treat (because why not?).
- Pair with a side of Greek yogurt to get some extra protein in.
