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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Banana Oatmeal Bars for a Guilt-Free, Delicious Snack

These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a nutritious snack with no added sugar or flour, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 large Mashed Bananas Use ripe bananas for maximum flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Nut Butter Peanut butter or almond/cashew butter can be used.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional based on taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave can be used as substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate or dairy-free options are healthier.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A small pinch enhances sweetness.
  • 1 sheet Parchment Paper For lining the baking pan.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash ripe bananas until smooth, add nut butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup; mix until combined.
  3. Gently fold in rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed.
  4. Stir in chocolate chips, reserving some for topping if desired.
  5. Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Cool the bars in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then lift out using parchment, and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For maximum sweetness, use overripe bananas and allow bars to cool completely before cutting.

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