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Vegan Banana Bread Oatmeal Bars

Vegan Banana Bread Oatmeal Bars

Delightful Vegan Banana Bread Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome treat combining rich banana bread flavors with hearty oatmeal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snack & Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 medium very ripe bananas the sweeter the better
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup adds natural sweetness
  • 1/2 cup almond butter provides healthy fats
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk any kind preferred
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups old fashioned oats the hearty base
  • 1 cup almond flour adds nutty flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder helps bars rise
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon warm spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
Mix-ins and Toppings
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut sweet, chewy texture
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds provides fiber
  • 1/2 cup dates natural sweetness, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar for sprinkling
  • 1 medium sliced ripe banana for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the very ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the maple syrup, almond butter, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
  4. Combine the old fashioned oats, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and dates in another bowl.
  5. Mix the dry ingredients gradually into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Top the mixture with slices of ripe banana and sprinkle with coconut sugar and additional cinnamon.
  8. Bake for 30-45 minutes or until the bars are set and golden on top.
  9. Cool the bars in the dish for a few minutes before slicing them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Top each bar with a dollop of nut butter for an extra indulgent treat.

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