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FOOD FRIENDS RECIPE

Healthy snack

Banana nuggets

Soft banana and oat bites with cinnamon and a fresh yogurt dip.

By Food Friends 22Published 26 August 2026Updated 3 September 2026✓ Tested by Food Friends
Banana nuggets
01Prep10 min
02Cook8 min
03Total time18 min
04Servings2 servings
05DifficultyEasy
06CategoryHealthy snack

02 / Method

Method

  1. 01

    Mash the banana until completely smooth.

  2. 02

    Stir in the oats and cinnamon and leave the mixture for 5 minutes.

  3. 03

    With damp hands, shape the mixture into 8 small nuggets.

  4. 04

    Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.

  5. 05

    Mix the yogurt with honey if using and serve as a dip.

03 / Allergens

Allergens

  • Milk in the optional dip
  • Oats may contain traces of gluten
VegetarianNo refined sugar
Nutrition180 kcal · 5 g protein · 4 g fat · 31 g carbsEstimate per serving

04 / Storage

Storage

Refrigerate covered for up to 2 days. Eat cold or briefly reheat in a dry frying pan. The nuggets can be frozen for up to 1 month.

05 / Substitutions

Substitutions

  • Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
  • Use plant-based yogurt and maple syrup instead of honey for vegan nuggets.
  • Add 1 tbsp peanut butter for richness, taking peanut allergies into account.

Always check the current ingredient list and allergen information on product packaging yourself. Substitutions may change allergens and nutritional values.

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