Benefits of oats: How oat muffins are winning over sceptics

Oat muffins are a perfect choice for a tasty snack. Even those who roll their eyes at the sight of porridge will love them. The addition of bananas provides the right sweetness, and chocolate further enhances the overall flavour. During the fruit season, it's worth adding blueberries or currants to the mixture.

Oat flakes are one of the most valuable sources of nutrients. They are rich in fibre, protein, vitamins (especially B vitamins), and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and zinc. The high fibre content in oatmeal promotes regular bowel movements and helps prevent constipation.

Regular consumption of oat flakes can lower the levels of "bad" LDL cholesterol, which in turn helps reduce the risk of heart disease.

Muffins are an excellent way to get even the youngest to enjoy oat flakes. Presented in the right way, even porridge will no longer seem daunting. They are sweet, soft, and worth the temptation. They are perfect for a snack or brunch.

You can substitute chocolate for raisins, nuts, cranberries, or dried fruits. The riper the banana, the sweeter the muffins will be.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of oat flakes
• 1 banana
• 1 egg
• 120 ml of milk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
• a pinch of salt
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 2 tablespoons of chopped chocolate

Preparation:

1. Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl: oat flakes, bicarbonate of soda, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, blend the wet ingredients: mashed banana, egg, milk, and vanilla sugar.
3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients.
4. Add honey or maple syrup and the chopped chocolate. Dark chocolate works best, but you can also use chocolate chips for baking.
5. Transfer the batter into muffin moulds, filling them up to two-thirds of their height.
6. Bake for about 20 minutes at 180°C.

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the moulds for a few minutes before removing them to a rack. Enjoy!