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)
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!