Description
Banana Oatmeal Bars are soft, wholesome bars made with ripe bananas and hearty oats, perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or on-the-go treat.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can add dried fruit like raisins or cranberries for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International