Description
Soft, chewy banana oatmeal bars made with just four main ingredients—perfect for breakfast, snacking, or meal prep. Naturally sweetened, freezer-friendly, and easy to customize.
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 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 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the almond butter until fully combined.
- Fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips (plus any optional mix-ins).
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Extra ripe bananas create the sweetest flavor.
- Add a splash of milk if the mixture feels dry.
- For firmer bars, refrigerate after baking.
- Freeze individually for easy grab-and-go snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes