Banana Oat Carrot Cake Bites

Banana Oat Carrot Cake Bites

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1½ cups rolled oats

• 1 cup finely grated carrots

Optional (for better flavor):

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional if you want it sweeter)

• Pinch of salt

• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts, almonds, or raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

3. Add the rolled oats and grated carrots to the mashed bananas.

4. Mix well until everything is fully combined and forms a thick batter.

5. Stir in cinnamon, vanilla, honey, or nuts if using.

6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking tray.

7. Slightly flatten each bite with the back of a spoon.

8. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the bites are lightly golden.

9. Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Yield

• Makes about 12–16 bites

Storage

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

• Can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

Tips

• For softer bites, bake closer to 15 minutes.

• For crispier edges, bake about 20 minutes.

• You can blend the oats slightly to make oat flour for a smoother texture.

If you want, I can also give you 5-ingredient carrot cake bites that taste even better 😋.