Energizing Banana Oatmeal Bars
Delicious and healthy banana oatmeal bars made with just six simple ingredients. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast, post-workout snack, or meal prep fuel.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch square baking pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Essential Base Ingredients
- 3 medium Ripe bananas Brown spots = perfect sweetness
- 2 cups Rolled oats Old-fashioned, not instant
- ⅓ cup Honey or maple syrup Pure grade A preferred
- 2 large Eggs Room temperature works best
- 1 tsp Baking powder Aluminum-free recommended
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract Pure, not imitation
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup Dark chocolate chips Optional
- ¼ cup Chopped walnuts Optional
- 1 tbsp Chia seeds Optional
- ½ tsp Cinnamon Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until almost smooth with a few small lumps.
- Add oats, honey or maple syrup, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown and edges slightly pull away from the pan.
- Cool completely in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into bars.
Notes
Bars can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days, refrigerated for 7-10 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Optional add-ins include chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, or seeds.