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Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe

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3.9 from 14 reviews

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome and delicious snack made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and peanut butter, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and studded with dark chocolate chips. They are easy to prepare, baked to perfection, and make a perfect healthy treat for breakfast or anytime snacking.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 15 bars

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas (approx 1 cup mashed)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or runny is best)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (can substitute honey)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make removal easy.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well until the mixture is smooth and combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  5. Transfer and Shape: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread the mixture out evenly. Optionally, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top for added texture and appearance.
  6. Bake: Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Cool and Slice: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Once cooled, lift out the bars using the parchment paper and slice into 15 servings.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or another seed butter.
  • Use honey as a substitute if maple syrup is not available.
  • Ensure bananas are ripe for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • These bars make a great grab-and-go breakfast or snack option.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/banana-oatmeal-bars-recipe/