Banana Oatmeal Bars
Delicious and healthy Banana Oatmeal Bars, perfect for breakfast or as a midday snack, packed with nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas) Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- 0.5 cups nut butter Experiment with different nut butters, like almond or peanut butter.
- 2 cups rolled oats Use certified gluten-free rolled oats for a gluten-free option.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup You can reduce the amount or replace it with another sweetener.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to add more on top before baking.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt.
- Transfer the mixture to the lined baking pan and flatten it into a flat, even layer.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the edges are golden and the bars are set.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Thaw before enjoying.