Description
Soft and naturally sweet banana oatmeal bars made with ripe bananas, hearty oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips. These wholesome bars are easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Mix until evenly incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is lightly golden and set.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into 9 squares.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Quick oats can be substituted, though the bars will have a softer texture.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Add chopped nuts, dried fruit, chia seeds, or flaxseeds for extra texture and nutrition.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freeze individual bars for convenient grab-and-go snacks.
- Warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
