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Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars

Delicious Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars for Quick Healthy Snacking

These Baked Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and nutritious snack, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 large Ripe Bananas well-ripened for best flavor
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats use gluten-free oats if needed
  • 1 cup Almond Milk or any milk (cow's or coconut)
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure extract is best
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon add nutmeg for a spicy twist
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
For the Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips dark chocolate option available
  • 1/2 cup Nuts like walnuts or almonds, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits raisins or cranberries, soaked if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in almond milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  5. Pour the mixture into a prepared 8x8 inch pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
  6. Allow bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift out and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite mix-ins and enjoy warm or cold for a nutritious snack or breakfast.

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