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Banana oat bars on a rustic wooden board with ingredients

Name: Banana Oat Bars

Summary: These healthy banana oat bars are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas. Perfect as a grab-and-go breakfast, midday snack, or healthy dessert. Easy to make, kid-friendly, and customizable for any dietary need.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup peanut butter or almond/sunflower seed butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey optional, depending on banana ripeness
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips nuts, dried fruit, or seeds

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowls (2)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. Stir in the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fully combined.
  5. Add the oats, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until evenly incorporated.
  6. Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

Notes:
For nut-free bars, use sunflower seed butter or tahini.
For extra protein, add 1 scoop of protein powder and 2–3 tbsp of non-dairy milk.
To make vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temp or 7 days refrigerated.
Freeze for up to 3 months — thaw at room temp before serving.