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Golden brown banana oatmeal bars with dark chocolate chips on a cooling rack
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Irresistible Banana Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 large overripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups old -fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter or almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then whisk in the nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Stir in the rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt until the oats are fully incorporated and moistened.
  • Fold in the dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down firmly with a spatula to create an even layer.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is firm to the touch.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to ensure they set properly before slicing.
  • Lift from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 12 bars.