Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe
Introduction
These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and wholesome snack perfect for any time of the day. Made with simple ingredients like ripe bananas and oats, they offer natural sweetness and satisfying texture in every bite.
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
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Step 3: Add rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract; stir until well combined.
- Step 4: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for at least ten minutes before slicing into squares.
Tips & Variations
- For extra texture, add ½ cup chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
- Use gluten-free oats if you need this recipe to be gluten-free.
- Swap honey for maple syrup to make the bars vegan-friendly.
- Press the oats slightly into the batter for a denser bar.
Storage
Store the banana oatmeal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat briefly in the microwave or enjoy chilled.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use unripe bananas?
Ripe bananas work best because they are sweeter and mash easily, which helps bind the bars. Unripe bananas might result in a less sweet and firmer texture.
Can I make these bars nut-free?
Yes, the basic recipe contains no nuts, so it is already nut-free. Just avoid adding nuts in the variations if you need to keep them safe for nut allergies.
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Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 bars 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
Delicious and healthy Banana Oatmeal Bars made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. These bars are perfect as a wholesome snack or breakfast option, offering a naturally sweet, moist, and chewy texture that’s easy to prepare and enjoy.
Ingredients
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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the bars.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth to create the base of the batter.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir the mixture until well combined to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal of bars.
- Pour Batter: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the bars turn golden brown on top. This ensures that they are cooked through and have a nice texture.
- Cool and Slice: Let the baked bars cool for at least ten minutes before slicing into squares to allow them to set properly for clean cuts.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with pure maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option, though these bars contain eggs, so are not fully vegan.
- Make sure bananas are very ripe for best sweetness and flavor.
- For extra texture, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars freeze well; wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana bars, oatmeal bars, healthy snack, baked snack, easy breakfast, banana oatmeal recipe
