Description
Soft, chewy banana oatmeal bars made with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond butter, and ripe bananas — perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups)
- ½ cup (120g) creamy almond butter*
- 2 cups (200g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips
Optional Additions:
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup (100g) chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas. Stir in almond butter and vanilla.
- Add oats, cinnamon, salt, and nuts if using. Mix until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread evenly in pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool for 20 minutes before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
- Store in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Customize with dried fruit, seeds, or nut butter of choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes