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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Deliciously Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars for Nutritious Snacking

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and nutritious snack, perfect for on-the-go breakfasts and midday pick-me-ups.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2-3 large ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 cups rolled oats certified gluten-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for vegan option, use maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs/applesauce for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder no substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix in 2 cups of rolled oats, 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Let the bars cool for at least 10 minutes, then cut into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, refrigerate for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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