Description
Wholesome and delicious banana oatmeal bars that evoke warmth and nostalgia, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: nuts or dried fruits for add-ins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the rolled oats, maple syrup (or honey), eggs, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- If using, fold in nuts or dried fruits.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: banana, oatmeal, bars, healthy snack, baking, family recipe