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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Deliciously Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars for Quick Snacking

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a healthy, quick breakfast or energizing snack packed with wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Mashed Bananas Use overripe bananas for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Nut Butter Any nut butter like peanut, almond, or cashew works well.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Opt for gluten-free oats if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Feel free to omit if not to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Choose pure extract for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup are great substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Consider using dark chocolate or dried fruits.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Oatmeal Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and nut butter. Stir in the rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt until well mixed.
  3. Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down to flatten it.
  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center holds its form.
  5. Let the bars cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different mix-ins like nuts, seeds, or dried fruits. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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