Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Banana Oatmeal Bars, a delightful and nutritious snack perfect for any time of day. Made with simple pantry staples, these bars are packed with flavor and energy, making them an ideal choice for breakfast or a quick pick-me-up during your busy schedule. The combination of ripe bananas, rolled oats, and nut butter creates a chewy texture that your whole family will love. Plus, they are easily customizable—mix in your favorite nuts or seeds to enhance their taste and nutritional profile. Enjoy these bars warm from the oven or as a convenient on-the-go treat throughout the week!
Ingredients
- 1½ cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas)
- ½ cup nut butter
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F and line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to flatten it into an even layer.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden edges appear and the center is set. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking. Feel free to substitute the nut butter with seed butter for a nut-free version. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for longer freshness.