Description
Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delightful and wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty goodness of rolled oats. Perfect for breakfast or as a quick snack, these chewy bars are easy to make, customizable, and sure to please everyone in the family. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for later; they are nutritious enough to satisfy your cravings without any guilt!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the eggs, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the rolled oats and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (35g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. - Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.