Oatmeal Banana Bread: A Healthy Treat for All Ages
Oatmeal banana bread is a nutritious and easy-to-make snack that is suitable for all ages, especially those on a diet or looking to maintain their weight. The natural sweetness of bananas combined with the fiber-rich oats makes for a healthy breakfast or snack option. Here is a simple recipe for oatmeal banana bread that you can make at home.
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas
1 cup rolled oats
1 egg
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
1 teaspoon baking powder
A pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract (optional)
A pinch of salt
Coconut oil or butter (for greasing the pan)
Nuts or dried fruit such as raisins or almonds (optional, for added crunch and flavor)

Oatmeal Banana Bread
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
Peel and mash the bananas in a large bowl. Ripe bananas will provide natural sweetness to the bread, and you can adjust the sweetness by adding honey if desired.
Pulse the oats in a blender or food processor to make them finer, resulting in a softer bread texture.
Step 2: Mix the batter
Add the oats, egg, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the mashed bananas and mix well.
For a unique flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the batter.
If you have a sweet tooth, stir in some honey and mix until well combined.
Step 3: Pour the batter into the pan
Grease a baking pan with coconut oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Pour the batter into the pan and sprinkle nuts or dried fruit on top, if desired.
Step 4: Bake the bread
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Enjoy
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve with yogurt or fresh fruit for a delicious treat.
The bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for 1-2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
You can also add yogurt or almond milk to the batter for a moister bread.
With this simple recipe, oatmeal banana bread becomes a nutritious and convenient snack for the whole family!