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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars – Your New Favorite Healthy Snack

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a healthy, no-bake snack made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bar Mix
  • 3 bananas Mashed Bananas Use overripe ones for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Nut Butter Choose peanut, almond, or cashew butter.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Opt for gluten-free oats if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, can leave out if not a fan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Highly recommended!
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Substitute with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Optional, can swap for dried fruit or nuts.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans add crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits Cranberries or raisins for added sweetness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash approximately 3 ripe bananas until smooth. Add nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Pour the banana mixture into the prepared baking pan and press down firmly to create a compact layer.
  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are golden brown, then cool completely in the pan.
  5. Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.

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