Indulge in these light, guilt-free delights that are quick to prepare and pair perfectly with your favorite tea! Made without sugar or flour, these treats are wholesome and delicious.
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**📝 Ingredients:**
– 1 cup oats (blended into flour or used whole for texture)
– ½ cup crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts)
– 2 ripe bananas, mashed
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1 tbsp cocoa powder
– 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
– ½ cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
– ¼ cup dark chocolate (85%+ cocoa, melted)
– 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for slight sweetness)
– 2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
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**👩🍳 Instructions:**
**1. Prepare the Mixture:**
– In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
– Add the oats, crushed nuts, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cocoa powder, and milk. Mix until well combined.
– Stir in the coconut oil or butter for added richness.
**2. Set the Treats:**
– **Baked version:** Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the mixture into a lined baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until firm.
– **No-bake version:** Press the mixture into a tray and refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
**3. Add the Chocolate Topping:**
– Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the set mixture.
– Sprinkle with shredded coconut or extra crushed nuts for added texture.
**4. Slice and Serve:**
– Once set, cut into squares or bars and enjoy with your favorite tea!
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**🌟 Nutritional Benefits:**
– **No refined sugar:** Naturally sweetened with bananas and optional honey or maple syrup.
– **No white flour:** Oats provide fiber and essential nutrients.
– **Rich in healthy fats & antioxidants:** Thanks to nuts, dark chocolate, and coconut.
– **Light and satisfying:** Perfect for a snack that won’t weigh you down.
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**💡 Tips & Variations:**
– **For extra crunch:** Bake longer or top with additional chopped nuts.
– **For more sweetness:** Add extra mashed bananas, honey, or dates.
– **Protein boost:** Mix in a scoop of protein powder or chia seeds.
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Enjoy these wholesome, no-sugar, no-flour treats as a delightful accompaniment to your tea time! 😊