Description
Indulge in these Energizing Banana Oatmeal Bars that provide a perfect balance of sweetness and nutrition. Made with ripe bananas and wholesome oats, these chewy bars are ideal for breakfast on-the-go or an afternoon energy boost. Quick to prepare in just one bowl, they are not only tasty but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite add-ins. Enjoy a guilt-free treat that satisfies cravings while keeping you fueled throughout your busy day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and optional add-ins.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg