Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Banana Oatmeal Bars, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or as a satisfying snack. Made with simple pantry staples, these bars are packed with nourishing ingredients like ripe bananas and rolled oats, ensuring you stay full and energized throughout the day. They are easy to prepare in just 10 minutes and can be customized with your favorite nuts or dried fruits, making them a versatile option for any occasion. Whether you’re fueling up for the day ahead or enjoying an afternoon pick-me-up, these delicious banana oatmeal bars will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas)
- ½ cup nut butter
- 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 mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and flatten it evenly with a spatula. Optionally sprinkle more chocolate chips on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg