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Nutritious Banana Oat Bars

Bake delicious and nutritious banana oat bars with this easy recipe. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Simple, healthy, and always a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine oats, walnuts, chocolate chips, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and stir gently until well combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down evenly.
  7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, checking at 20 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  8. Once done, let the bars cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before lifting them out and cutting into squares or rectangles.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. Feel free to add mix-ins like dried fruit or seeds for additional nutrition. Drizzle melted chocolate over the bars after cooling for a decadent touch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.