Description
This healthy oatmeal recipe is packed with fiber, nutrients, and natural sweetness, making it the perfect meal for breakfast, snacks, or a pre-workout boost. With a combination of oats, bananas, apples, and nuts, it provides long-lasting energy while supporting digestion and weight loss. Quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying, you’ll find yourself eating this at least three times a day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 100g (1 cup) oat flakes, ground
- 50g (1/2 cup) oat flakes
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 apple, chopped
- 1 banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or your favorite oil)
- 25g (1/4 cup) nuts or almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, add the ground oat flakes, whole oat flakes, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- Prepare wet ingredients – Mash the banana, then mix it with the chopped apple and coconut oil.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients – Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until everything is well incorporated. Fold in the nuts or almonds.
- Shape and Bake – Form small cookies or spread the mixture into a baking dish for oat bars. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and firm.
- Cool and Enjoy – Let them cool before serving. Enjoy as a healthy breakfast, snack, or pre-workout meal.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut oil with olive oil or almond butter for extra flavor.
- Add raisins, dried cranberries, or chia seeds for additional texture and nutrients.
- This recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Serve with yogurt or a drizzle of honey for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy