Healthier flapjacks

Summary

Everyone has a sweet tooth, right? But, indulging doesn’t mean we toss nutrition out of the window. The hero of our show today? Healthier flapjacks! Perfect for when you want a treat but don’t want to feel weighed down. Read on to discover this scrumptious, better-for-you recipe.

The Ingredients Line-Up

• Rolled oats: That’s 1 cup for you (or 240 ml if you’re metrically inclined).
• Bananas: Grab 2 large ones. Ripe is best as they’ll be your natural sweetener.
• Honey: Just 2 tablespoons (or 30 ml). If Winnie-the-Pooh loved it, so will you!
• Peanut butter: Go for the natural, unsweetened kind. 1/3 cup (or 80 ml) should do.
• Vanilla extract: A teaspoon (5 ml) is all you need for that classic aroma.
• Chia seeds: 1 tablespoon (or 15 ml). Tiny but mighty!
• Cinnamon: Half a teaspoon for that cozy warmth.
• Salt: Just a pinch, promise.
• Dark chocolate chips: Optional but always a good idea. A quarter cup (or 60 ml) will work.

Tick Tock, The Clock:
Prepping: Roughly 15 minutes.
Baking: About 20 minutes.

Whipping up for: A cozy twosome!

Nutritional Sneak Peek (Per Serving)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: A solid 10 grams.
• Fat: Just 8 grams.
• Carbs: 60 grams, for energy of course!
• Fiber: 9 grams to keep things moving.
• Sugar: 20 grams, but remember, it’s mostly natural!

Baking Time!

1. Warm up that oven of yours to 350°F (or 175°C).
2. Grab a bowl. Mash those bananas, pour in honey, dollop in peanut butter, and splash vanilla extract. Stir till they’re all friends.
3. Time for the oats. Mix them in so they’re all wrapped up in the gooey goodness.
4. Chia seeds, cinnamon, and that pinch of salt – toss them in. Give it a good mix.
5. Feeling naughty? Add those chocolate chips now.
6. Spread the mix on a baking tray lined with parchment. Flatten with a spatula or spoon.
7. Into the oven they go for 20 minutes. Keep an eye out for a lovely golden hue.
8. Patience! Let them cool for 10 minutes before slicing and dicing.

Tips, Because Everyone Loves Them

1. Add a scoop of protein powder if you’re feeling those gym vibes.
2. No honey? Maple syrup or agave works wonders.
3. A sealed container keeps these bad boys fresh.
4. Fancy some crunch? Toss in some nuts or dried fruit.

Serving Suggests for Healthier flapjacks

1. Tea-time? A herbal brew pairs like a dream.
2. Top with yogurt and berries. Breakfast = Sorted.
3. Coffee and flapjacks? Afternoon delight.
4. Feeling fancy? Add a dollop of fruit sorbet on top.

Healthier flapjacks, courtesy of AH7, because you deserve treats that love you back. Give them a go and spread the joy!

HEALTHIER FLAPJACKS

Everyone has a sweet tooth, right? But, indulging doesn’t mean we toss nutrition out of the window. The hero of our show today? Healthier flapjacks! Perfect for when you want a treat but don’t want to feel weighed down. Read on to discover this scrumptious, better-for-you recipe.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

HEALTHIER FLAPJACKS

Amount per Serving

Calories

350

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

8

g

12

%

Carbohydrates

 

60

g

20

%

Fiber

 

9

g

38

%

Sugar

 

20

g

22

%

Protein

 

10

g

20

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Rolled oats: That’s 1 cup for you or 240 ml if you’re metrically inclined.
• Bananas: Grab 2 large ones. Ripe is best as they’ll be your natural sweetener.
• Honey: Just 2 tablespoons or 30 ml. If Winnie-the-Pooh loved it, so will you!
• Peanut butter: Go for the natural unsweetened kind. 1/3 cup (or 80 ml) should do.
• Vanilla extract: A teaspoon 5 ml is all you need for that classic aroma.
• Chia seeds: 1 tablespoon or 15 ml. Tiny but mighty!
• Cinnamon: Half a teaspoon for that cozy warmth.
• Salt: Just a pinch promise.
• Dark chocolate chips: Optional but always a good idea. A quarter cup or 60 ml will work.
• Tick Tock The Clock:

Instructions

• Warm up that oven of yours to 350°F (or 175°C).
• Grab a bowl. Mash those bananas, pour in honey, dollop in peanut butter, and splash vanilla extract. Stir till they’re all friends.
• Time for the oats. Mix them in so they’re all wrapped up in the gooey goodness.
• Chia seeds, cinnamon, and that pinch of salt – toss them in. Give it a good mix.
• Feeling naughty? Add those chocolate chips now.
• Spread the mix on a baking tray lined with parchment. Flatten with a spatula or spoon.
• Into the oven they go for 20 minutes. Keep an eye out for a lovely golden hue.
• Patience! Let them cool for 10 minutes before slicing and dicing.

Notes

TIPS, BECAUSE EVERYONE LOVES THEM

Add a scoop of protein powder if you’re feeling those gym vibes.
No honey? Maple syrup or agave works wonders.
A sealed container keeps these bad boys fresh.
Fancy some crunch? Toss in some nuts or dried fruit.

SERVING SUGGESTS

Tea-time? A herbal brew pairs like a dream.
Top with yogurt and berries. Breakfast = Sorted.
Coffee and flapjacks? Afternoon delight.
Feeling fancy? Add a dollop of fruit sorbet on top.