Delicious Baked Oatmeal Bars: Easy, Healthy, and Freezer-Friendly

Try these Baked Oatmeal Bars for a tasty and healthy breakfast or snack that's adaptable to various dietary needs.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Rolled Oats opt for gluten-free if needed
2 medium Mashed Banana or substitute with 1 1/3 cups applesauce
1 cup Water can use almond milk for richer taste
1/2 teaspoon Salt

For Sweetness

1/3 cup Pure Maple Syrup or swap with honey, agave, or stevia

For Moisture and Texture

1/4 cup Oil or Nut Butter peanut butter can be exchanged with almond butter

For Flavor

1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract for extra richness, mix in chocolate chips

Equipment

8-inch baking pan
Mixing bowls
Spatula
Whisk
sharp knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, salt, and other dry ingredients and stir well.
Mash the ripe bananas until smooth and add water, maple syrup, nut butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold until everything is fully incorporated.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Optionally sprinkle with chocolate chips.
Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
Turn off the oven and let the bars rest inside for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from the oven, cool for a few minutes, and then slice into bars while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 75mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These bars are best when cooled completely before slicing. They can be customized with different fruits or nut butters.

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