Description
Banana Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome and naturally sweet snack, perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or an energy-boosting treat. They’re easy to make, kid-friendly, and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract; stir until well combined.
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for at least ten minutes before slicing into squares.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Customize your bars by mixing in nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, or dried fruit. Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer for easy snacking later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Keywords: banana bars, oatmeal snack, healthy banana bars