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Easy Oatmeal Dessert with Bananas and Cocoa


  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 35 min

Description

A naturally sweet, warm, and chocolatey dessert made with ripe bananas, oats, and a touch of cocoa. Perfect for a quick after-dinner treat or a cozy breakfast-for-dessert moment.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed

  • 1 cup rolled oats

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)

  • Pinch of salt

  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts, dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut


Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat and prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a small baking dish.

2️⃣ Mix the base:
In a bowl, combine mashed bananas, oats, cocoa powder, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and milk. Stir until well blended.

3️⃣ Transfer to dish:
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

4️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until set and slightly crisp on top.

5️⃣ Serve:
Enjoy warm as-is, or top with your favorite add-ons like nuts or a drizzle of nut butter.

Notes

  • For a sweeter touch without added sugar, use overripe bananas.

  • Turn this into portable bites by baking in muffin tins.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min