Banana Oatmeal Bars
Delicious and nutritious Banana Oatmeal Bars that are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas)
- ½ cup nut butter (such as almond or peanut)
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and nut butter, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to your lined baking pan and flatten it into an even layer.
- If you’re feeling indulgent, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the bars are set in the middle.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan, then slice them into squares or rectangles. Enjoy!
Notes
For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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