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Energizing Banana Oatmeal Bars for a Healthy Snack

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These Energizing Banana Oatmeal Bars are soft, naturally sweet, and made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, oats, and nut butter. Perfect for a grab-and-go snack or light breakfast, they’re easy to make, customizable, and satisfying.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9–12 bars
  • Category: Snack, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional mix-ins: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruit, chia seeds, or flaxseeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Add oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a batter forms.
  5. Fold in any optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips or nuts.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
  8. Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Notes

  • Add shredded coconut or substitute some oats with oat flour for a softer texture.
  • Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking for a more indulgent bite.
  • Stir in a scoop of protein powder for a protein boost.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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