Banana Oat Energy Discs
12+ monthsSnack
10 minPrep
15 minCook
8Servings
MediumDifficulty
Soft, chewy energy discs made with mashed banana, oats, and peanut butter. Flattened into disc shapes for safe self-feeding — never formed into balls.
Allergens
Choking Hazard: Sticky & Chewy Foods
Sticky or chewy foods such as nut butters, glutinous rice cakes (mochi, tteok, zongzi), konjac and fish balls can block a small airway. Thin nut butters or spread them thinly, cut rice cakes, konjac and fish balls into very small pieces, and always serve seated and supervised.
Source: CDC Choking Prevention Guidelines
Eczema or Food Allergy? Ask Your Doctor First
If your baby has eczema or a known food allergy, check with your doctor before introducing this food.
Source: NIAID Addendum Guidelines 2017 / AAP 2019 / ASCIA
Ingredients
Banana1 large
Oats1/2 cup
Peanut Butter2 tbsp
Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth, then stir in oats and peanut butter.
- 3Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- 4Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and flatten into thin discs on the baking sheet — do NOT roll into balls.
- 5Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and firm to the touch.
- 6Cool completely before serving to little hands.
