Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe
These Banana Oatmeal Bars are a delicious, wholesome snack made with ripe bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, and chocolate chips. They are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, offering a nutritious and satisfying treat perfect for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars (3x3 grid) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1½ cups mashed bananas (approx. 3 bananas)
- ½ cup nut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the pan. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Mix ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, nut butter, rolled oats, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer to pan. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to flatten it into an even, compact layer. For extra chocolatey goodness, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake the bars. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the bars are set. Avoid overbaking to maintain moisture.
- Cool and cut. Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift out using the parchment paper and cut into individual bars for serving.
Notes
- You can substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- For a sweeter bar, add extra maple syrup or more chocolate chips.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars freeze well; wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
Keywords: banana oatmeal bars, healthy snack, baked bars, banana snacks, oatmeal bars with chocolate, easy snack bars
