Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe
These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome and delicious snack made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and natural sweeteners. Perfectly soft and naturally sweet, they provide a nutritious boost for breakfast or a quick energy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- ⅓ cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Mash the bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth to create a natural base for the bars.
- Combine ingredients: Add the rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir all the ingredients together until you have a well-combined batter.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bars.
- Pour and spread batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared dish and spread it evenly to create a uniform thickness for baking.
- Bake the bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and slice: Allow the bars to cool for at least ten minutes in the dish before slicing into squares for serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the eggs with flax eggs or chia eggs.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars freeze well; wrap individual bars and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Use overripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture.
Keywords: banana bars, oatmeal bars, healthy snack, easy breakfast, gluten free option
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