This recipe is for all you oat enthusiasts and banana-loving sugar-free warriors out there. It’s time to ditch the guilt and whip up a delicious, healthy treat that uses ingredients you probably already have on hand!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
- Stir in the oats, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Once well combined, add the milk and mix until everything is evenly moistened. Fold in the chopped nuts or seeds, if using.
- Press the mixture firmly into your prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares and enjoying!
Tips:
- For extra sweetness, use dates or raisins instead of nuts or seeds. Roughly chop them and add them to the batter with the milk.
- Want a richer chocolate flavor? Use melted dark chocolate chips instead of some of the cocoa powder.
- Feeling fancy? Drizzle melted dark chocolate or nut butter over the cooled bars for a decadent touch.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
These no-sugar, no-flour oatmeal bars are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your healthy lifestyle. So ditch the processed snacks and embrace the delicious power of nature’s goodness!
