Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe
Overview
Name: Banana Oatmeal Bars
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: These bars are versatile, perfect for breakfast or anytime snacking. They’re subtly sweet with the goodness of oatmeal and bananas, making them appealing even to kids who might not realize they’re enjoying a healthy treat.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Breakfast, Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 133.4
- Fat Content: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.9mg
- Sodium Content: 163mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.9g
- Fiber Content: 1.2g
- Sugar Content: 10.8g
- Protein Content: 1.9g
Ingredients (for 24 bars)
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 3-4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
Instructions
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat together softened butter, brown sugar, and egg until fluffy.
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Incorporate Bananas: Add mashed bananas and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth and well combined.
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Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually stir the flour mixture and oats into the wet ingredients until everything is thoroughly combined.
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Optional Additions: If desired, add any additional fruits or nuts at this stage and mix gently.
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Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
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Bake Until Golden: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing into squares or bars. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Recipe Notes
- These Banana Oatmeal Bars are perfect for breakfast on the go or as a wholesome snack.
- You can customize them by adding dried fruits like raisins or nuts such as chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Reviews
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5/5 from 15 reviews
These Banana Oatmeal Bars are not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with the goodness of oats and bananas. They’re a great way to sneak in some healthy ingredients into a treat that the whole family will love!