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Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars

Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars That Make Mornings Delightful

Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and healthy treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks, combining the flavors of ripe bananas and wholesome oats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 large Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats High in fiber and gives a chewy texture.
  • 1 cup Almond Milk Feel free to swap with any milk of your choice.
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Agave syrup works for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Always choose pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for helping the bars rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can be replaced with nutmeg for a different flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch is needed to bloom the flavors.
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips A fun addition for a sweet treat.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Walnuts or almonds work wonderfully.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruit Try raisins, cranberries, or coconut.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • 8x8 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, then add almond milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
  4. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. If using mix-ins, fold them into the batter now.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bars cool briefly, then lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper and cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze individually for 2-3 months. Warm in the microwave for 15-30 seconds before serving.

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