Description
These banana oat breakfast bars are easy, healthy, and perfect for busy mornings. One bowl, no mixer, ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
– 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
– 1/2 cup (120g) creamy almond butter
– 2 cups (200g) rolled oats
– 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips
Optional Additions:
– 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
– 1/4 tsp sea salt
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 2/3 cup (100g) chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in almond butter and optional vanilla until fully combined.
3. Add rolled oats, cinnamon, salt (if using), and mix until fully incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
4. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bars are set and lightly golden on top.
6. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
– Use overripe bananas for maximum flavor and sweetness.
– Make it nut-free by using sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter.
– For firmer bars, refrigerate after cooling.