Satisfy your sweet cravings guilt-free with this incredible dessert that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free, sugar-free, and butter-free!
This Oats, Cocoa, and Banana dessert is a delightful combination of wholesome ingredients that make for a guilt-free indulgence. Packed with the goodness of rolled oats, ripe bananas, and a touch of rich cocoa, this dessert is sure to become if you are seeking a healthier treat. Plus, with no added sugar or butter, it’s a win-win for both taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
or120 grams of porridge oats.
or250 grams of milk, soya, non-dairy alternative , unsweetened.
or2 tbsps of ground flaxseed (21 g)
or45 grams of cocoa powder
or1 tbsp of baking powder
or40 grams of walnuts, kernel only
or50 grams of chocolate, dark, 70-85% cacao solids
or1 tsp of oil, coconut (5 g)
Preparation
1.
Combine 1½ cups of rolled oats with 1 cup of hot milk. Let soak for 10 minutes.
Blend or grind 2 tbsps of flaxseed and combine with 6 tbsps of water. Let soak for 10 minutes. This is your egg substitute.2.
In a bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas and fold in the flaxseed mixture.
Tip: The riper the bananas, the sweeter the dessert.3.
Stir 4 tbsp of cocoa, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp of baking powder into the banana mixture.
Tip: Sift the cocoa to avoid lumps and get that smooth batter.4.
Finely chop 40 g of walnuts.
Tip: Toast them lightly for a deeper, nuttier flavour.5.
Combine All Ingredients - Mix the soaked oats into the banana-cocoa mixture, then fold in the chopped walnuts.
Tip: Don’t overmix — a gentle stir keeps the texture tender.6.
Preheat the Oven - Set your oven to 180°.7.
Pour the batter into a lined baking dish or loaf tin and bake for 35-40 minutes.
Tip: Use a parchment lining for easy removal and clean slicing.8.
When cooked, melt 75 g dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave.
Tip: Stir in a teaspoon of coconut oil for an ultra-glossy finish.9.
When cooled, drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the top.
Tip: Add a sprinkle of chopped walnuts for a pretty presentation.10.
Cool and Serve.
Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Tip: Enjoy warm for gooey comfort or chilled for a firmer bite of place in fridge for 60mins for a crunchy chocolate texture.
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