Homemade oatmeal
No-Flour, No-Sugar Oatmeal
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup raisins, chopped dates, or dried cranberries (optional for natural sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts, seeds,
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add the oats, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Fold in any optional ingredients like raisins, chopped nuts,
Step 3: Shape oatmeal
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop small mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Gently flatten each mound with the back of a spoon or your fingers to form shapes.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake the for oatmeal 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and set.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Enjoy
- Once cooled, enjoy these healthy and naturally sweetened oatmeal as a snack, breakfast, or dessert!
Tips:
- Banana Ripeness: Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better binding.
- Optional Add-ins: Customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutritional Information ( makes about oatmeal):
- Calories: ~80-100 kcal
- Protein: ~3g
- Fat: ~4g
- Carbohydrates: ~12g
- Fiber: ~2g
These No-Flour, No-Sugar Oatmeal are a guilt-free, naturally sweet treat that you can enjoy any time of day!
