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Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe

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These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome, naturally sweetened snack or breakfast option made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. Moist, chewy, and easy to prepare, they offer a nutritious boost with minimal ingredients and no refined sugars.

Ingredients

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Banana Oatmeal Bars Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup honey or pure maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
  2. Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they form a smooth consistency without large chunks.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  5. Pour Batter: Transfer the banana oat mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for at least 10 minutes before slicing them into squares for serving.

Notes

  • You can customize these bars by adding nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips if desired.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • These bars freeze well; wrap them individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Using overripe bananas enhances the natural sweetness and moisture of the bars.
  • For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs or a commercial egg replacer.

Keywords: banana oatmeal bars, healthy snack, easy breakfast, baked oatmeal bars, natural sweetener, quick snack

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