Here’s a deliciously fudgy, soft, and nutritious Chocolate Banana Oat Delight — perfect as a snack, breakfast treat, or guilt-free dessert. 🍌🍫🥣
🍌🍫 Chocolate Banana Oat Delight
Ingredients (Makes ~12 squares)
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Optional: ¼ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Line a baking dish (~8×8 inch) with parchment paper
- Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, mash bananas
- Stir in honey, nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth
- Add Dry Ingredients
- Add oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt
- Mix until fully combined
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using
- Bake
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared baking dish
- Bake 20–25 minutes until edges are set but center remains soft
- Cool & Slice
- Let cool 10–15 minutes
- Slice into squares or bars
🌟 Tips
- Fudgy texture: Slightly underbake for soft, moist bars
- Nut-free version: Use sunflower seed butter or omit entirely
- Extra protein: Add 1–2 scoops of protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4–5 days
If you want, I can also give a no-bake version that’s just as fudgy, ready in 10–15 minutes, and perfect for quick snacks or lunchboxes.
Do you want me to share the no-bake version?