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4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars

These 4-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars are SO EASY! Wholesome, sweet, and perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 ½ cups)
  • 1 cup creamy almond butter (120g)
  • 2 cups rolled oats (200g)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (170g)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, 100g)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula
  • Baking pan (9x9 inches)
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  3. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the creamy almond butter to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined.
  5. Stir in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, sea salt, ground cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).
  6. Pour the mixture into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Freeze individual bars wrapped for up to 3 months.