Banana Oatmeal Bars: Easy Healthy Treats for Any Time Snack
These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious, healthy snack that’s perfect for any time of the day. Packed with nutrients and easy to make, they provide a great way to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: snacks
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork.
- Add the rolled oats, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts and dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, add dried fruit or a pinch of nutmeg.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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