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Banana Oatmeal Bars

Delicious Banana Oatmeal Bars for a Cozy Morning Boost

Enjoy these easy-to-make Banana Oatmeal Bars, perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free version
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free baking blend
  • 1 cup brown sugar pack it tightly
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional pinch of nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 very ripe bananas opt for bananas with plenty of brown spots
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted or substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • optional add-ins chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Mash the bananas in a separate bowl, then mix in the egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Allow to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These bars are great for breakfast or as a snack, and can be customized with various add-ins.

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