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Banana Oat Bar squares on parchment paper.

Banana Oat Bars Recipe

Zona House
These Banana Oat Bars are soft, chewy, and super easy to make with just 7 ingredients. They're the perfect make-ahead, quick breakfast, snack, or dessert. They have just 6 steps and are ready in just 25 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Brunch, Sweet Treats
Cuisine American
Servings 9 to 16 bars
Calories 166 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe bananas (or overripe bananas)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1-3/4 cups instant oats
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • Optional add-ins: ½ cup chocolate chips, fruit, or sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mash the bananas in a large bowl using the back of a fork or use a stand mixer. Try to get it as smooth as possible.
  • Stir in peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until combined.
  • Add the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and any optional add-ins. Stir to combine.
  • Spray an 8x8 inch square baking pan with non-stick spray and pour the oatmeal batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes. Remove, cool completely, and cut into 9, 12, or 16 bars.

Notes

  • Transfer to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 89mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
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