Soft Oat, Banana and Cheese Star Bites
Fun-shaped baked bites made with oats, ripe banana, and mild cheese. They have a tender texture and gentle flavor, perfect for kids' meals or snacks.
Ingredients
- 100 g quick oats (if desired, crushed lightly)
- 120 g ripe banana (hecho puree)
- 80 g shredded mozzarella cheese (of sabor suave)
- 1 unit egg (beaten)
- 50 g finely grated carrot (well escurrida si tiene mucha humedad)
- 30 g plain yogurt (without sugar)
- 5 ml olive oil (for the mezcla and the molde)
- 1 g ground cinnamon (optional)
- 4 g baking powder (for dar ligereza)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
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Instructions
- 1
1. Preheat the oven to 190 °C / 375 °F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan or baking tray with the olive oil.
- 2
2. In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the beaten egg and plain yogurt, then mix well.
- 3
3. Stir in the quick oats, finely grated carrot, shredded mozzarella cheese, ground cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix until a thick, even batter forms.
- 4
4. Spoon the mixture into the mini muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top. If using small star cutters on a baking tray, place compact portions and shape them with lightly damp hands.
- 5
5. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes at 190 °C / 375 °F, until the stars are set, slightly puffed, and just lightly golden around the edges.
- 6
6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes so the cheese and oats can finish setting. Unmold carefully.
- 7
7. Serve warm or at room temperature. If desired, pair with fresh fruit on the side.
Chef tips
For a more even texture, you can pulse the oats before mixing. If the batter feels too wet because of the banana size, add 1 or 2 extra tablespoons of oats.
Substitutions
You can swap the mozzarella for Monterey Jack or mild Oaxaca-style cheese. The carrot can be replaced with grated zucchini, well squeezed. Plain yogurt can be replaced with the same amount of mild sour cream.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
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Illustrative imageCosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
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Illustrative imageT-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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