Chocolate Strawberry Banana Bread (with a Collagen Boost!)

There’s something about a stacked slice of banana bread that just hits—especially when it’s loaded with melty chocolate, juicy strawberries, and a soft, nourishing texture that makes you feel good inside and out.

Whether you're baking for a cozy weekend treat, a sweet little something to share, or just because... this loaf delivers on all fronts: wholesome, rich, subtly indulgent, and made with ingredients your body (and mood) will love.

Bonus? It’s just a little extra—perfect for slow mornings or even Mother’s Day weekend, without being all about it.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Gluten-free and refined sugar free
• Collagen-boosted for skin + joint support
• Made with oat and almond flour
• Naturally sweetened with bananas + maple syrup
• Soft, rich, and just the right amount of decadent

Ingredients:

🍯 Wet Ingredients:

-3 ripe bananas, mashed

-2 eggs

-¼ cup coconut oil, melted

-⅓ cup maple syrup

-1 tsp vanilla extract

🌾 Dry Ingredients:

-¾ cup oat flour

-¾ cup almond flour

-½ cup collagen powder

-½ tsp baking soda

-½ tsp cinnamon

-¼ tsp salt

🍓 Mix-ins:

-½ cup chocolate chips

-½ cup fresh strawberries, diced (plus a few extra for topping)

Instructions:

🥣 1. Prep Your Pan & Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line or lightly grease a loaf pan.

🍯 2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

🌾 3. Stir in the Dry Ingredients:

Add the oat flour, almond flour, collagen powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix.

🍓 4. Fold in the Good Stuff:

Gently fold in the chocolate chips and diced strawberries.

🍽️ 5. Pour & Top:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If you’d like, add a few extra strawberry slices and chocolate chips on top for that glow-up effect.

⏱️ 6. Bake:

Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay!).

✨ 7. Cool & Slice:

Let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Tips & Swaps:

• Collagen: Don’t have any on hand? You can swap with an equal amount of oat or almond flour, though the texture may be slightly different.
• Make it dairy-free: Just be sure to use dairy-free chocolate chips.
• Skip the powdered sugar: I gave this a quick dusting, but it’s optional and not part of the recipe.

Save this one for your next bake!

If you try it, tag me on Instagram @theglowgirlwellness so I can see your slice! 📸💖

And if you're feeling generous—share it with someone who could use a little wholesome indulgence in their day. 🍓