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Banana Oatmeal Bars


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  • Author: Margaret Williams
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Banana Oatmeal Bars, the perfect blend of health and flavor. Made from simple pantry staples, these bars are packed with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, rolled oats, and nut butter. Whether you’re rushing out the door or enjoying a leisurely breakfast at home, these bars are a nutritious option that will keep you fueled throughout the day. With their chewy texture and chocolatey goodness, they make for an ideal snack any time. Plus, these bars are easily customizable; add your favorite nuts or dried fruits to enhance their flavor profile. Best of all, they can be made ahead and stored for quick snacks later.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1½ cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas)
  • ½ cup nut butter
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt until well mixed.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and flatten it evenly.
  5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  6. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg