Chewy wholesome banana oat bars (Print Version)

Chewy wholesome bars with ripe bananas and hearty oats for breakfast or snacking.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 3 ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 2 cups rolled oats
07 - 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
12 - 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in honey, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Stir in oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Fold in nuts and chocolate chips if using.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
05 - Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in one bowl with ingredients you probably already have
  • The texture is somewhere between cookie and cake, which is basically the best of both worlds
02 -
  • Wait until they are completely cool before slicing or they will crumble apart
  • The parchment paper overhang is not optional, it makes removing and cutting so much easier
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale to measure your oats for consistent results every time
  • Press the mixture firmly into the pan using the back of a measuring cup for even bars

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