Chocolate Chip Banana Oatmeal Bars
Delicious Chocolate Chip Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe: Easy and Healthy Snack Idea!
Get ready to fall in love with Chocolate Chip Banana Oatmeal Bars! I'm thrilled to share this delightful recipe with you—it's one I used to whip up all the time.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Start by mashing the bananas in a bowl. Then, add in the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla, and give it all a good mix.
- Next, stir in the oats, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and chocolate chips until everything is well combined.
- Pour the batter into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment paper.
- Pop it into a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Then, slice them into tasty squares.
Enjoy these wholesome bars as a delicious snack or a quick breakfast option. Keep them fresh by storing in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days, or in the fridge for longer-lasting goodness.