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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Nutty Banana Oatmeal Bars for a Healthy Snack Upgrade

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delightful combination of wholesome ingredients, making them a perfect guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup nut butter peanut butter or cashew butter recommended
  • 2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned oats for best texture
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla preferred
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup honey can be a substitute
  • 1 cup chocolate chips use dark chocolate for healthier option
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • 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 bowl, mash 3 medium-ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in your nut butter until creamy.
  3. Fold in the rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt until fully combined.
  4. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Optionally top with extra chocolate chips.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for a warm treat.

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