Description
Start your day on a delicious note with these Banana Oat Breakfast Bars! Packed with ripe bananas and wholesome oats, these chewy bars are the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition. They’re quick to prepare, making them an ideal option for busy mornings or as a satisfying snack throughout the day. Enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked goodness while nourishing your body with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) and/or 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the oats, cinnamon, and salt. Add any optional nuts or dried fruits.
- Combine the wet mixture with dry ingredients, stirring until fully mixed.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger. - You can substitute honey for maple syrup if desired. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.