Banana Oatmeal Bars: Easy, Healthy Treats for Anytime Snacking
These banana oatmeal bars are a perfect blend of taste and nutrition, ideal for snacking anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
- Add the oats, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a chewier texture, bake for less time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Banana Oatmeal Bars, Healthy Snack, Easy Recipe