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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Banana Oatmeal Bars

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome and easy snack packed with natural flavors and plant-based ingredients. Perfect for a quick breakfast, afternoon pick-me-up, or post-workout snack, they combine chewy oats, natural sweetness from ripe bananas, and a satisfying texture to keep you energized throughout the day.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 2–3 ripe bananas
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: Add maple syrup (natural) and vanilla extract (natural) to the mashed bananas and stir well until fully combined to create a sweet, flavorful base.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend rolled oats, ground cinnamon (natural), baking powder, and the natural gelling agent together to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening.
  4. Incorporate Dry and Wet Mixtures: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring until all oats are coated. Gently fold in nuts or any desired add-ins now for even distribution.
  5. Bake the Bars: Pour the batter into the lined baking pan, leveling the surface with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper edges. Slice into squares or rectangles for easy portions.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for sweeter and more flavorful bars.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender, chewy texture.
  • Line the pan with parchment paper to easily remove and slice the bars.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure the bars hold together well after baking.
  • Customize add-ins thoughtfully to complement the natural sweetness without overpowering it.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: banana bars, oatmeal bars, plant-based snack, healthy snack, gluten free snack, vegan snack, breakfast bars

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