Super easy, healthy and delicious Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars that are gluten-free, vegan and sweetened by bananas alone!
These little chewy bars are something that my toddler greatly enjoys; and I saw it high time that I shared!
Quick, easy, healthy, and full of wholesome ingredients — these granola bars have a wonderful texture, and an even better flavor. They are incredibly tasty, filling, and make a perfect energy fueling snack when you need that extra pick me up.
This is also an incredibly fun recipe for kids to help you make; and easy for little fingers to hold!
For adults or kids alike, you will be no doubt be impressed with the ease and heartiness of these nutrition packed delights. . .
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super easy to make, one bowl recipe.
- Versatile!
- Makes a great breakfast, snack or dessert.
- Nutritious and filling.
- Great for kids or a grab and go snack!
- Reminiscent of banana bread, with a chai spiced touch.
- Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, flour free, egg free, soy free, vegan, and no sugar added.
Fun Variations
- You stir in a drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter to the batter.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Stir in a handful of chocolate chips.
- Sprinkle the banana oat bars with raisins or nuts, seeds before baking.
- Make it a touch sweeter by adding a few tablespoons of brown sugar, maple syrup or honey.
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Chewy Banana Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a round or square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine all of the above ingredients. Using your fingers, or a spatula, mix and mash until all is very well combined.
- Using the back of a spatula, spread your granola bar mixture into a parchment-lined pan until evenly spread & uniformly level (pat it down firmly).
- Bake for 23-27 minutes, or until firm and beginning to turn golden on the edges.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is automatically calculated using a third-party calculator and is an estimate only.
Hi Kristen, how many grams of 1 ripe banana ? Can I leave out the walnuts ? Thank you.
Hi, Janice! 1 medium ripe banana is approximately 120 grams. And yes, you can leave out the walnuts or replace it with another add-in (seeds, nuts, dried fruit, chocolate chips, etc.). The base recipe is very versatile. I hope this helps!