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Home / Recipes / Dessert / Blueberry Banana Bread (Single Serve)

Blueberry Banana Bread (Single Serve)

Published March 24, 2015. Last updated August 30, 2019 by Samantha Rowland

Blueberry Banana Bread in a square teal baking dish
Gluten FreeDairy FreeVeganHigh Protein

Single serve blueberry banana bread is perfect for breakfast, as a snack or even dessert! This gluten free, vegan blueberry banana bread is baked quickly in the oven and only requires 30 minutes from start to finish! 

5 from 5 votes
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Two square baking dishes filled with blueberry banana bread. blueberries in background

Why this recipe works

  • Blueberries add a new dimension to this healthy banana bread recipe.
  • This recipe for single serve banana bread is packed with protein (20 grams per serving), making it the perfect post workout snack or healthy breakfast! 
  • Because this is a single serve recipe, it automatically helps keep portions in check! And this recipe is low-fat, gluten-free vegan, super easy to make!
  • Make extra servings and store them in the fridge for 3 days! Perfect for meal prep!
  • This recipe can be mixed by hand in a big bowl with a large spoon, no fancy equipment required! The hardest part of this recipe is not eating the batter while you are mixing it up!

Single serve blueberry banana bread recipe in a teal baking dish

How to make Single Serve Blueberry Banana Bread

  • Step 1: Mix together the ground flax with water and stir well. Let sit 5 minutes to thicken.
  • Step 2: Mash up the bananas in a large bowl with a fork
  • Step 3: Add the protein powder, cashew or almond flour, cinnamon, flax egg and baking powder to the mashed bananas. 
  • Step 4: Mix the batter well until all the ingredients (except the blueberries) are fully combined.

Steps 1-4 on how to make single serve blueberry banana bread

  • Step 5: Add the blueberries to the batter
  • Step 6: Mix the blueberries in carefully
  • Step 7: Spray your ramekins or single serve baking dishes with non-stick spray. Divide the batter between evenly and spread it out so it will cook through.
  • Step 8: Bake at 375F for 20-25 minutes.

Steps 5-8 on how to make single serve blueberry banana bread

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Substitutions and FAQ’s

How to add protein to banana bread

Protein is very satisfying and can help you feel satisfied longer. It’s also important to include enough protein in your diet, especially if you are weight training or trying to build lean body mass.

To add protein to this recipe, I use a vegan protein powder. The protein powder replaces flour in a traditional recipe and bakes up great! The protein powder I love and recommend is Nuzest Pea Protein (affiliate). You can get 15% off your order by using the code below:

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If you don’t want to use a vegan protein powder, you will need more flour. Each scoop of vegan protein is equal to about 1/3 cup of gluten free flour.  Cashew flour, almond flour or your favorite gluten free flour will work for this!

What are the best bananas for baking

The best bananas for baking are bananas that have a lot of brown spots and are soft to the touch when you press down on the skin. The darker the skin gets, the more ripe the banana is inside. The riper the banana, the sweeter the banana bread. 

TIP: If you have a bunch of bananas that are all getting very ripe, peel the bananas and freeze them for later use. You just have to defrost the banana in the microwave or on the counter and you can use it in any recipe that calls for a fresh banana. Another great use for frozen bananas is smoothies (like this strawberry banana green smoothie). 

Fork holding a small piece of blueberry banana bread from serving dish

What if I don’t have fresh blueberries?

If you don’t have fresh blueberries, you can also use frozen blueberries. Just know that when you mix in frozen blueberries, it might turn the batter purple depending on how defrosted they are when you stir them in. 

If you don’t like blueberries, you can substitute them for fresh or frozen:

  • Strawberries
  • Blackberries
  • Raspberries
  • Cherries

How to customize single serve banana bread:

Add your favorite flavor addition!

  • Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, pistachios, peanuts)
  • Coconut flakes (toasted or regular)
  • Lemon zest or orange zest
  • Dried fruit (apricots, raisins, cranberries)
  • Chocolate chips

What if I don’t have cashew flour or almond flour? 

You can substitute oat flour or your favorite gluten free flour!

What is the best equipment for baking single serve desserts? 

  • Glass ramekins (affiliate link) – they are affordable and often come with a very tight fitting lid so these are great if you are making a big batch!
  • Ceramic ramekins (affiliate link) – I always have these on hand and they are the perfect size. 
  • Ceramic mini casserole dishes (affiliate link) – these are really fun for serving to guests! 

Single serve blueberry banana bread surrounded by blueberries

How long will single serve blueberry banana bread last in the fridge?

Store the banana bread in the fridge for up to 3 days.  This is a great recipe for meal prep since you can make 2-3 servings at once and have them on hand for a few days of the week.

If you want more single serve protein recipes, you should try:

  • Single Serve Brownies
  • Chocolate Mug Cake
  • Strawberry Brownies
  • Single Serve Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
  • Single Serve Mint Chocolate Brownies
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Blueberry Banana Bread in a square teal baking dish

Single Serve Blueberry Banana Bread

Single serve blueberry banana bread is the perfect healthy breakfast or snack recipe! Packed with protein, this recipe is low fat, gluten free, vegan and only takes 30 minutes to make!
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: blueberry banana bread, protein banana bread, single serve banana bread
Prep Time: 7 mins
Cook Time: 23 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 2
Author: Samantha Rowland

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Ingredients

  • 2 bananas - mashed
  • 2 scoop vanilla vegan protein powder - Nuzest
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 tbs. cashew meal - or almond flour
  • 1 flax egg - 1 tbs. flax, 3 tbs. water
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup blueberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • In a large bowl make flax egg by combining 1 tbs. ground flax seed with 3 tbs. water. Let sit 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  • Mash bananas the large bowl. Add protein powder and combine, Add cinnamon and cashew meal. Mix to combine
  • Add protein powder, cinnamon, cashew meal (or almond flour) and baking powder to the banana and flax mixture. Mix well to combine
  • Stir in blueberries (frozen is fine).
  • Spray 2 single serve ramekin with nonstick spray. Divide the batter between ramekins.
  • Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes.

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Notes

This recipe uses a vegan protein powder which absorbs a lot of liquid. If you don't want to use vegan protein powder, you will need to replace each serving with 1/3 cup of gluten free flour of choice. 
If using frozen blueberries, keep them frozen until right before you add them to the batter or they can turn the batter purple. Bake immediately. 
Add your favorite mix in's to make this your own!
  • Chopped nuts
  • Dried fruit (raisins, apricots, cranberries)
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Coconut flakes (toasted or regular)

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
279
Fat
 
7
g
Carbohydrates
 
37
g
Fiber
 
8
g
Sugar
 
17
g
Protein
 
23
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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Update Notes: This recipe was originally posted in March of 2015, but was published again in June of 2019 to include step by step directions, recipe notes and new photos.

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  1. Elaine

    April 1, 2015 at 5:49 pm

    Yummy!! Thanks for Linking Up on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday – Link Party! Hope to see you again tomorrow! Pinned

    Reply
  2. Deborah Davis

    March 30, 2015 at 9:22 pm

    Yum! What a cute and appealing dessert! Thank you for sharing this healthy and delicious Single Serve Blueberry Banana Bread recipe with us at the Healthy, Happy, Green and Natural Party Blog Hop! I’m pinning and sharing!

    Reply
  3. Stephanie

    March 30, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    Yum! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
  4. Sandra Laflamme

    March 26, 2015 at 11:35 pm

    I love the idea of single serve banana bread. My kids would love this! We are going to have to try this!

    Reply
  5. Patty @ Reach Your Peak

    March 25, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    this looks amazing! I will have to make this this weekend, this would be perfect for my sweet tooth cravings :)

    Reply
    • Sam

      March 25, 2015 at 10:31 pm

      Oh thanks Patty!! You are too sweet! I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  6. Elena

    March 25, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    I might just make this for my daughter as an after school snack!

    Reply
    • Sam

      March 25, 2015 at 10:45 pm

      Elena, oh I hope she enjoys it! It’s one of my favorites!!

      Reply
  7. Toni @runninglovingliving

    March 25, 2015 at 10:37 am

    I love banana bread and this recipe looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  8. Rachel

    March 25, 2015 at 10:08 am

    I love this! I also love that it is single serving size!! I could use help with that part of eating tasty blueberry banana bread! ;)

    Reply
  9. jill conyers

    March 25, 2015 at 4:10 am

    Cashew meal? Something new to try! Your recipe looks like something I would love and I think I have everything I need on hand to make it.

    Reply
  10. Brandi H

    March 25, 2015 at 12:11 am

    5 stars
    What a great idea! This looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
  11. Viane

    March 24, 2015 at 10:59 pm

    What’s the consistency like? It looks like bread pudding, and I LOVE bread pudding!

    Reply
  12. Tricia@MissSippiPiddlin

    March 24, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    This sounds really good and single serving. Thank you I’m sharing this and saving it for me!

    Reply
  13. Renee @ Bendiful Blog

    March 24, 2015 at 9:36 pm

    5 stars
    Great Idea and I have these same dishes, which means I NEED to make this!

    Reply
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