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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Delicious Banana Oatmeal Bars for Healthy Snacking Bliss

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a perfect healthy snack that combines ripe bananas and oats for deliciousness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 large Ripe Bananas Use overripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Certified gluten-free oats.
  • 1/3 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Use maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 large Eggs Or substitute with 2 flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate adds indulgence.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Walnuts or almonds recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits Raisins or cranberries.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine mashed bananas with oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla, and mix until fully combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden-brown and firm.
  6. Let the bars cool in the dish for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure bananas are overly ripe and mix thoroughly to avoid lumps.

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