Healthy Cocoa Banana Oat Dessert

 

Healthy Cocoa Banana Oat Dessert: A Guilt-Free Chocolate Treat

Craving something chocolatey but want to keep it healthy? This Healthy Cocoa Banana Oat Dessert is the perfect solution. Combining naturally sweet bananas, heart-healthy oats, and rich cocoa.

it satisfies your chocolate cravings without the guilt. Packed with protein and fiber, it works beautifully as a breakfast, snack, or light dessert. With the added crunch of nuts, every bite is both indulgent and nourishing.

Ingredients

• 120 g (1½ cups) rolled oats

• 250 ml (1 cup) hot milk (dairy or plant-based)

• 2 medium ripe bananas

• 2 eggs or vegan substitute (like flax eggs)

• 4 tbsp cocoa or carob powder (45 g)

• Pinch of salt

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 40 g (⅓ cup) chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

• Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

• Grease a small baking dish or line with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the oats base

• Pour hot milk over rolled oats and let them soak for 5–10 minutes until softened.

3. Mash the bananas

• In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

• Mix in eggs (or flax eggs) and cocoa powder until well combined.

4. Combine ingredients

• Fold the soaked oats into the banana-cocoa mixture.

• Add baking powder, a pinch of salt, and chopped nuts. Mix until evenly combined.

5. Bake

• Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

• Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick comes out clean.

• Let it cool slightly before slicing.

Tips & Variations

• Swap cocoa powder for carob powder for a milder, naturally sweeter flavor.

• Add a handful of dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

• Use almond, oat, or soy milk to make it dairy-free.

• Sprinkle with cinnamon or a drizzle of honey for added flavor.