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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Deliciously Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars for Happy Snacking

Enjoy these Banana Oatmeal Bars, a delicious and healthy snack perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup nut butter Peanut or Cashew
  • 2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if desired
  • 1 tsp cinnamon optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips dark chocolate optional
  • 1/4 tsp salt optional

Equipment

  • 9x9 baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas and nut butter until smooth.
  3. Add rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt. Mix until well combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  6. Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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