Banana Oatmeal Bars
Banana Oatmeal Bars are a deliciously wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty goodness of oats. These soft, chewy bars are perfect for breakfast, an energizing afternoon snack, or even a late-night indulgence. Enhanced with a hint of cinnamon and customizable with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, they offer a delightful balance of flavor and nutrition. Easy to make and packed with goodness, these Banana Oatmeal Bars will quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; mix well.
- Add honey (or maple syrup) to the mashed bananas and mix until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown on top and firm in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg