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Linda S. Smith

Chewy Banana Dessert Treats

Warm, chewy bites made with ripe bananas and whole-grain oats, these dessert treats are perfect for snacks, lunches, or a quick dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 63
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
  • 1 cup rolled oats Ensure oats are certified gluten-free if needed.
  • 1/4 cup almond butter or any nut butter Use creamy nut butter for easier mixing.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness based on personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Mix in the rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until evenly combined.
Baking
  1. Drop tablespoon portions of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  2. Flatten each mound slightly with the back of a spoon to form small rounds.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the edges turn a light golden color.
  4. Remove from the oven and let the treats cool on the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1.1gFat: 1.4gSaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 1mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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