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Golden Banana Oat Bars displayed on a rustic wooden platter with fresh bananas and oats scattered around, highlighting their wholesome texture.

Golden Banana Oat Bars: A Wholesome Daily Delight

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Enjoy a wholesome and delicious snack with Golden Banana Oat Bars, a perfect daily treat packed with natural sweetness, hearty oats, ripe bananas, and optional nuts or dried fruits. These healthy banana oatmeal bars are great for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout energy boosts, offering a nutritious twist on classic oatmeal bars that are easy to make and perfect for meal prep.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dried fruits (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Add honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well.
  4. Stir in rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, and optional nuts or dried fruits until combined and sticky.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down firmly to form an even layer.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
  7. Remove from oven and cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • Try adding shredded coconut, chia seeds, or chocolate chips for extra flavor and nutrients.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian,Healthy, dairy-free depending on ingredients

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (about 1/12 of recipe)
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg