How to Make Reduced-Calorie Chocolate Banana Oatmeal - A Step-by-Step Guide

Reduced-Calorie Chocolate Banana Oatmeal is a nutritious and delicious breakfast option that will satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. This recipe is perfect for those looking to maintain a healthy diet while still enjoying indulgent flavors. With the combination of rich chocolate, sweet bananas, and hearty oatmeal, this dish is sure to become a favorite morning meal for both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 packet zero-calorie sweetener
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup hot water
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • ⅓ cup rolled oats
  • ½ banana, mashed

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 serving

  • Pour cocoa powder into a microwave-safe bowl and stir in cinnamon, sweetener, and salt. Add hot water and stir thoroughly until cocoa powder has dissolved. Stir in cold water until well combined. Stir in oats and banana until mixed well.
  • Microwave for 2 minutes. Remove, stir, and allow oatmeal to cool and thicken.
  • Nutrition

    184 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 476mg