Description
Warm and chewy banana oatmeal bars made from ripe bananas and rolled oats, perfect for cozy mornings or as a grab-and-go breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mash the 2 ripe bananas until mostly smooth in a large bowl.
- Add the 2 cups rolled oats, 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the bananas and stir until combined.
- Fold in 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American