Here’s a simple recipe for an oatmeal, cocoa, and banana cake:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier option)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan or a square pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the oats: In a small bowl, mix the rolled oats with the milk. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to soften.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the mashed bananas, eggs, oil (or melted butter), sugar (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently to combine. Add the soaked oats (including any remaining milk) and mix until just incorporated. If using, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour into the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs. The cake should feel firm to the touch.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your oatmeal, cocoa, and banana cake! You can also serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate sauce if you like.
