Oat and Banana Bites
Recipe
Description
This is a super, simple nut-free soft bite cookie perfect for snacks, packed lunches and picnics. Made with oats which are a slow release carbohydrate and easy to digest. The dates and banana provide a natural sweetness so no need for any added sugar.
Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 12-15 minutes Serves: 15 Cookies
Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 12-15 minutes Serves: 15 Cookies
Ingredients
- 125g soft, pitted dates
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 tsp. vanilla paste/vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. nutmeg
- 225g oats
- 45g dark chocolate chips
- Seeds for sprinkling on top
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180˚C / 350˚F / Gas Mark 4.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Blend the dates, banana, vanilla, coconut, cinnamon, baking powder and nutmeg.
- Stir in the oats and choc chips.
- Spoon dessertspoons onto the baking tray and sprinkle with seeds.
- Bake in the oven for 12 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Leave to cool slightly.
Enjoy!
