Sugar-Free Banana Oat Loaf with Cocoa Recipe

Ingredients

• • 120 g (1 1/4 cups) oat flakes (gluten-free)
  • 250 ml (1 cup) hot milk (use your favorite milk)
  • 2 medium ripe bananas

• • 2 eggs
  • 4 tablespoons (45 g) cocoa or carob powder
  • A pinch of salt

• • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 40 g (1/4 cup) nuts (your choice)
  • Dark chocolate (sugar-free) for decoration

Directions

1. Prepare the Oats:
   • Place the oat flakes in a bowl and pour the hot milk over them. Let them soak for 10 minutes until they become soft and absorb the milk.
2. Prepare the Banana Mixture:
   • • In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the eggs and mix well until fully combined.

3. Combine Ingredients:
   • • Add the soaked oats to the banana mixture and mix thoroughly.
     • Add the cocoa or carob powder, a pinch of salt, and baking powder to the mixture. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
   • Fold in the nuts.
4. Bake:
   • • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • • Grease a loaf pan with a little oil or line it with parchment paper.
     • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
     • Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Decorate:
   • • Let the loaf cool completely.
     • Melt the sugar-free dark chocolate and drizzle it over the top of the loaf for decoration.

Serving Suggestions

• • Serve a slice of this loaf with a cup of tea or coffee.
  • Pair with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a protein-packed snack.

• Enjoy as a healthy dessert after a meal.

Cooking Tips

• • Make sure the bananas are very ripe to ensure maximum sweetness.
  • You can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.