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Altino Drake Mugabe, Kel Toum, Felix Ukatu

Healthy Banana Oat Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rolled oats (use gluten-free if needed)
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
• 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan: 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional toppings: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or berries

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Oat Flour: In a blender or food processor, blend the oats until they turn into a fine flour.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, almond milk, maple syrup, eggs (or flax eggs), vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until smooth.
4. Add Oat Flour: Gradually fold in the oat flour until the mixture is well combined.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle with optional toppings if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool & Serve: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

• Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Reheat slightly before serving, if desired.
• Add-Ins: For extra flavor, consider adding a handful of raisins, chopped apples, or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.

Enjoy your healthy oat cake!

Baked Zaatar and Olive Oil Flatbread

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp zaatar spice
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dough: In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add warm water and mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
3. Shape Flatbreads: Roll out dough into flat rounds. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle zaatar on top.
4. Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
5. Serve: Enjoy warm with dips like hummus or labneh.

These recipes offer a variety of flavors and textures while focusing on healthy ingredients. Enjoy your cooking!