In addition to being a good option for weight loss, bananas are delicious, healthy, and suitable for making cakes and desserts. They are rich in potassium which maintains good cardiovascular health and muscle recovery. They are rich in fiber which improves digestion and blood sugar control. Also, they are a good ingredient for healthy options in a number of sweets that we can eat without feeling bad about it. Here are 3 simple healthy banana recipes for you to try! Enjoy!
1. Healthy Banana Pancakes
Ingredients:
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 4 large free-range eggs
- Pinch Himalayan salt
Method:
Step 1
Put the bananas, salt and eggs in a blender and mix until smooth.
Step 2
Cook as traditional pancakes.
2. Healthy Banana Chocolate Cake
Ingredients:
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 2 large free-range eggs
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch Himalayan salt
- 150 gr dark chocolate melted
- 2 free-range egg whites
Method:
Step 1
Put chopped bananas, 2 eggs, vanilla extract and salt into a blender and mix until smooth. Transfer to a bowl.
Step 2
Melt the chocolate and add to the banana mixture and stir to combine.
Step 3
Beat 2 egg whites until firm and mix into the chocolate banana mixture.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a medium baking tray with baking paper, pour the cake mixture in and bake or 25 minutes, or until cooked through.
3. Healthy Banana Cookies
Ingredients:
- 3 large ripe bananas meshed
- 100 ml organic coconut oil
- 1.5 cup rolled oats
- ½ cups walnuts chopped
- ½ tsp Himalayan salt
- 2 tbs flaxseed ground
- 3 tbs dried cranberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Method:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Step 2
Mash the bananas in a bowl, add the coconut oil, rolled oats, walnuts, salt, flaxseed, cranberries, vanilla extract and cinnamon. Mix well until you get a smooth dough.
Step 3
Make small cookies with your hands and place them on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
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