
22
Oct
Banana & Oat Dinner Cookies 🍪🥜🌙
A wholesome, sleep-friendly dinner treat that’s naturally sweet, packed with fiber and protein, and gentle on your gut—perfect for ending the day relaxed and ready for sleep.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter or almond butter (adds protein and healthy fats)
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds (optional)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for flavor and blood sugar support)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir in oats, nut butter, cinnamon, and optional mix-ins like chocolate or nuts.
- Scoop small portions onto a baking sheet and gently flatten each one.
- Bake 12–15 minutes, or until golden and set.
- Let cool slightly and enjoy warm for a satisfying bedtime dinner treat.
Why It Works for Sleep:
- Bananas: Provide magnesium, potassium, and tryptophan to relax muscles and boost melatonin.
- Oats: Contain complex carbs that help your body absorb tryptophan.
- Nut Butter: Adds protein and healthy fats for satiety, keeping you full until morning.
- Optional Cinnamon & Dark Chocolate: Enhance flavor and provide antioxidants, without spiking blood sugar.
This version makes your bedtime snack more filling and balanced, so you can enjoy it as a light, healthy dinner that supports both your gut and a good night’s sleep.
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