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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Irresistibly Easy Banana Oatmeal Bars You’ll Crave Daily

Delicious Banana Oatmeal Bars are a healthy snack that satisfies hunger and sweet cravings. Perfect for breakfast or a midday treat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Healthy Breakfast
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups Mashed bananas approximately 3 very ripe bananas
  • 0.5 cups Nut butter suggested: almond butter
  • 2 cups Rolled oats old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons Maple syrup real maple syrup
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips any type, mini chips work well
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
  3. Gently fold in chocolate chips and salt, stirring until the mixture is cohesive.
  4. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and press down firmly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and set.
  6. Let the bars cool completely before lifting out of the pan and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the fridge for up to 10 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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