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Healthy Oatmeal Bars Breakfast: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Maisy
  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
  • ½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
  • ½ cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Creating healthy oatmeal bars breakfast is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps:

  1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
  1. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, nut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt.
  1. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined.
  1. Add Nuts and Fruits: Fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruits. If you’re using chocolate chips, add them at this stage.
  1. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  1. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  1. Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the dish for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  1. Slice and Store: Once cooled, cut into squares or bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

With these easy-to-follow steps, you'll have a nutritious and tasty breakfast ready in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 16 bars

  • Calories: 130 kcal per bar

  • Fat: 5g

  • Protein: 3g