Healthy Oatmeal Banana Bread: Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Nut-Free Options

Imagine starting your day with a slice of moist and healthy Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bread that is not only delicious, but also perfectly suited to a health-conscious lifestyle. This vegan and gluten-free treat, with options to make it nut-free, is ideal for busy mornings or as a nutritious snack throughout the day.

Why you will love this recipe:

This banana bread is packed with the goodness of oats, bananas and chocolate chips, providing a great balance of sweetness and texture. It's very easy to take on the go, making it perfect for hectic mornings or when you need a quick and satisfying snack.

Perfect occasion:

Great for breakfast, brunches or as a healthy treat for school lunches. It's also perfect for health-focused meetings or workshops, where attendees might appreciate a thoughtful, dietary restriction-friendly option.

Decorating Tips:

For a festive touch, sprinkle the top with oatmeal mixture and a few extra chocolate chips before baking. After baking, a drizzle of melted dark chocolate or a light dusting of powdered sugar (make sure it's gluten-free) can make these loaves even more tempting.

1. Get ready for baking:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper or grease a mini loaf pan.
2. Mix the wet ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine 3 large mashed bananas, 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, 1/3 cup nut or seed butter of your choice (like sunflower seed butter for a no-fat option). walnuts), 1/3 cup coconut. sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 cup of vegetable milk. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the dry ingredients:
   • Mix 1 1/2 cups gluten-free oat flour (you can make this by blending gluten-free oats until fine), 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats, 1 1/ 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda. and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

4. Add the chocolate chips :
   • Stir 1/2 cup chocolate chips into the batter, making sure they are evenly distributed.
5. Cook:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. For mini loaves, distribute the dough evenly between the compartments of the mini loaf pan.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour for a whole loaf or about 20 minutes for mini loaves, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and serve:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for 20 to 25 minutes before removing it. Cut into approximately 8 to 9 pieces.
   • Enjoy this delicious banana bread warm or at room temperature.

This Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Banana Bread is sure to become a new favorite, offering a delicious way to enjoy a nutritious treat any time of day!