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Healthy Preschool-Safe Oatmeal Bites with Banana and Honey

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Soft, naturally sweet oatmeal bites made with banana and honey, perfect for preschool snacks. These bites are gentle on little teeth and loved by kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin pan or line it with silicone cups.
  2. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remain.
  3. Add unsweetened applesauce, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and stir gently until combined.
  4. In a larger bowl, whisk together rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Smooth the tops gently.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden on top and springy to the touch. If centers feel too soft, bake a few minutes longer, watching closely.
  8. Let the bites cool in the pan for 5–7 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes before baking helps oats absorb moisture for softer bites. Tent foil over the pan halfway through baking if edges crisp too much. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats and substitute whole wheat flour with oat or almond flour. For vegan option, swap honey with maple syrup. Avoid overmixing to keep bites soft.

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