Banana Oatmeal Bars
Delicious and wholesome banana oatmeal bars, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, made with simple and healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas 2 ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- 1 cup 1 cup oats You can substitute with quick oats or gluten-free oats.
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Add spices like nutmeg or vanilla for extra flavor.
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Optional for additional sweetness.
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup nut butter Optional; can use almond or coconut butter for dairy-free.
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup nuts or chocolate chips Optional; for a sweeter treat, add semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the oats and cinnamon until well combined.
- If desired, mix in honey or maple syrup and nut butter.
- Fold in any optional ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze wrapped bars for up to three months. To reheat, microwave for 15-20 seconds or warm in the oven.