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When it comes to breakfast, finding a dish that is both nutritious and tantalizing can be a challenge. Enter the Choco-Banana Oatmeal Delights—a delectable fusion of rolled oats, ripe bananas, and rich cocoa powder that promises to invigorate your mornings. Not only do these delightful pancakes cater to your taste buds, but they also provide a wholesome start to your day. By incorporating healthy ingredients and flavors that complement one another, this recipe is designed to satisfy cravings while offering a range of nutritional benefits.

Healthy Chocolate Banana Oat Pancakes

Looking for a delicious yet healthy breakfast? Try Choco-Banana Oatmeal Delights! This easy recipe combines rolled oats, ripe bananas, and rich cocoa powder to create fluffy pancakes that will satisfy your cravings without the guilt. Packed with fiber and essential nutrients, these treats are perfect for busy mornings. Customize them with your favorite toppings and enjoy a nutritious start to your day that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup rolled oats

1 ripe banana, thoroughly mashed

1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (or dairy-free, if preferred)

Olive oil or coconut oil for greasing the skillet

Instructions
 

Blend the Oats: Place the rolled oats into a blender and blend them on high speed until they achieve a fine flour-like consistency. This oat flour will serve as the foundation for your pancakes.

    Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, mashed banana, almond milk, cocoa powder, baking powder, vanilla extract, optional sweetener, and salt. Use a whisk or spatula to mix everything together until the batter is smooth and well-blended, ensuring no lumps remain.

      Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the dark chocolate chips into the batter with a spatula, evenly distributing them throughout the mixture. This will add a delightful burst of chocolate flavor to every pancake.

        Preheat the Pan: Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, lightly grease the surface with a small amount of olive or coconut oil to prevent sticking.

          Cook the Pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, watching for bubbles to form on the top surface, indicating that it’s time to flip.

            Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the pancakes using a spatula and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown on the other side. Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet with more oil as needed to prevent sticking.

              Serve and Enjoy: Stack your pancakes on a serving plate while warm. Enhance the presentation by topping with extra banana slices, a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, and a sprinkle of additional chocolate chips for a decadent finish!

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings:

                  15 minutes | 25 minutes | Serves 4