#### Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the oats until well combined.
3. Add optional extras (see below), then spoon small portions onto a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden. Cool and enjoy!
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### 🥄 Customization Ideas:
* **Add-ins**: Chocolate chips, cinnamon, chopped nuts, dried fruit, coconut flakes
* **Protein boost**: Stir in a spoonful of peanut butter or a scoop of protein powder
* **Baked oatmeal**: Mix with milk, eggs, and baking powder and bake as a healthy breakfast bar
* **Smoothie**: Blend banana, oats, milk, and a dash of honey or cinnamon for a quick drink
* **Pancakes**: Blend banana, oats, eggs, and baking powder — cook like traditional pancakes
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### ✅ Pro Tips:
* Use **very ripe bananas** for natural sweetness and moisture
* For cookies, **chill the batter** for 10 minutes if it feels too soft to scoop
* Make a big batch and **freeze leftovers** — they reheat beautifully!
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### Simple, Nourishing, and Always Satisfying
From cookies to breakfast bowls, **banana and oats** are proof that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. With just two pantry staples and a little creativity, you can whip up dozens of variations to fit your lifestyle and taste.
Next time you’ve got ripe bananas on the counter — don’t toss them. Mash them, mix them with oats, and turn them into something delicious.
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