This Banana Baked Yogurt recipe is a naturally sweet and cozy twist on the classic baked yogurt base. Made with ripe banana, cinnamon, and creamy yogurt, it’s a simple high-protein recipe that's naturally gluten-free and tastes like banana bread in a soft custard form.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This recipe feels comforting and indulgent while still being simple, nutritious, and packed with protein.

• High in protein with simple everyday ingredients
• Naturally sweetened with ripe banana
• Soft and creamy texture similar to banana bread and cheesecake
• Easy to make with pantry-friendly ingredients
• Naturally gluten-free
• Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert

Ingredients

• Yogurt – I recommend using plain Greek yogurt for a thicker, higher-protein texture, but regular yogurt will also work.
• Egg – Helps bind the ingredients together and creates the custard-like texture.
• Cornstarch – Acts as a stabilizer to help create a soft and creamy texture.
• Maple syrup or sweetener of choice – Adds extra sweetness and helps balance the tanginess of the yogurt.
• Vanilla extract – Adds a subtle vanilla flavour that complements the banana and cinnamon.
• Banana – Adds natural sweetness, creamy texture, and delicious banana flavour. For the best results, use a ripe banana with plenty of sweetness.
• Cinnamon – Adds warmth and enhances the cozy banana bread flavour.
• Salt – A small pinch helps balance the sweetness and bring out the flavours.

See recipe card below for exact quantities.

Instructions

STEP 1: Mash half of a ripe banana into a smooth puree.

STEP 2: Add the yogurt, egg, cornstarch, maple syrup, vanilla extract, mashed banana, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl.

STEP 7: Let it cool for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm for a softer texture, or refrigerate it for a firmer, cheesecake-like texture.

Storage and Equipment

For this recipe, you’ll need a small oven-safe baking dish, such as an 8-ounce ramekin, along with a mixing bowl, whisk, and fork or masher to mash the banana. When it comes to baking, you can make this recipe using either an air fryer or a regular oven.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 3–4 days. For the best texture, enjoy it chilled straight from the fridge, or let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for a softer, creamier texture.

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Banana Baked Yogurt

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This Banana Baked Yogurt recipe is a naturally sweet and cozy twist on the classic baked yogurt base. Made with ripe banana, cinnamon, and creamy yogurt, it’s a simple high-protein recipe that's naturally gluten-free and tastes like banana bread in a soft custard form.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Category Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 281 kcal

Suggested Equipment

• Air fryer
• Mini oven
• Ramekins
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Digital food scale

Ingredients

 

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Yogurt Mixture:

• ▢ ½ cup plain greek yogurt
• ▢ 1 large egg
• ▢ 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ▢ 1 tablespoon sugar
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ ½ banana
• ▢ ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ pinch of salt

Toppings:

• ▢ banana slices
• ▢ ground cinnamon - pinch

Instructions

 

• Mash half of a ripe banana into a smooth puree.
• Add the yogurt, egg, cornstarch, maple syrup, vanilla extract, mashed banana, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl.
• Whisk everything together until completely smooth and well combined.
• Lightly grease an oven-safe ramekin or baking dish with a little oil, then pour in the yogurt mixture.
• Add a few banana slices on top and sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon if desired.
• Bake in an air fryer at 320°F for 18–22 minutes, or in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
• Let it cool for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm for a softer texture, or refrigerate it for a firmer, cheesecake-like texture.

Notes

• Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
• Mash the banana well: A smooth banana puree will help it blend evenly into the yogurt mixture and create a smoother texture.
• Use a ripe banana: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavourful your baked yogurt will be. Look for a banana with plenty of brown spots for the best results. 
• Adjust the sweetness to your taste: Since bananas vary in sweetness, you can add more or less maple syrup depending on how ripe your banana is.
• Don’t skip the pinch of salt: A small amount of salt helps enhance the natural sweetness of the banana and makes the flavours taste more balanced.
• Add extra toppings: Try topping it with banana slices, chopped nuts, peanut butter, cinnamon, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
• Customize the flavour: Add a little cocoa powder for chocolate banana baked yogurt, or mix in chopped walnuts for a banana bread-inspired version.

STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO

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Nutrition

Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 18gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 275mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 342IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 1mg

Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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