Banana Breakfast Bars are a delightful way to kick-start your day with a healthy, flavorful, and filling treat. These bars are perfect for breakfast on-the-go or as a nutritious snack, combining the natural sweetness of bananas with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Dried fruits (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then, add almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Fold in your choice of chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift them out and let them cool completely before cutting into squares.
