Banana Oatmeal Bars

These healthy banana oatmeal bars are easy to make, nutritious, and delicious, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Main Ingredients

1.5 cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas) Use ripe bananas for sweetness.
0.5 cup nut butter (like almond butter or peanut butter) Can use other nut butters based on preference.
2 cups rolled oats Ensure they are gluten-free if needed.
1 teaspoon cinnamon For added flavor.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
3 tablespoons maple syrup Adjust sweetness as desired.
1 cup chocolate chips Use dairy-free for a vegan option.
0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt until fully mixed.
Transfer the mixture to the lined baking pan and flatten it into an even layer.

Baking

Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until the edges are golden brown, and the center is set.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and cutting them into squares.

Store bars at room temperature for up to a few days; refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.