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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Delicious Banana Oatmeal Bars for Guilt-Free Snacking

Banana Oatmeal Bars are a nutritious and convenient snack, perfect for busy mornings and customizable for various dietary needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 medium ripe bananas very ripe for maximum sweetness
  • 2 cups rolled oats use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 2 large eggs use chia or flaxseed eggs for a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup nuts chopped for extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips dark or dairy-free for a sweet touch
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit raisins or cranberries for added sweetness
  • 1/4 cup seeds chia seeds or sunflower seeds for extra nutrition

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Oatmeal Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for baking the bars.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine the mashed bananas with rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
  4. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and springy.
  7. Cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These Banana Oatmeal Bars can be stored at room temperature for 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for a quick snack.

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