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Banana Oatmeal Bars

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
Soft-baked banana oatmeal bars made with simple ingredients and no added sugar. A healthy, make-ahead snack perfect for babies, toddlers, and the whole family.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 16 Squars
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Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup mashed overripe bananas (240g), about 2 medium bananas
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (125g)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups rolled oats (175g)
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup

  • grated carrots, chocolate chips, fruit, coconut

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Mash bananas in a large bowl using the back of a fork or a potato masher. Try to get it as smooth as possible but small lumps are fine. Measure out 1 cup. Freeze any leftovers.
  • Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract. Add in the oats and the rest of the remaining ingredients, including chocolate chips, carrots, or any of the optional add-ins. Stir to combine.
  • Pour the batter into a lined 8 inch square baking pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes. Remove, cool completely, cut into bars.

Notes

  • Since there's no additional sweetener, use over ripe bananas. If you desire a sweeter banana oat bar, feel free to add some maple syrup.
  • Transfer to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.  Or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 49mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Iron: 1mg
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