Description

Indulge in these delicious banana oatmeal cranberry bars, a perfect blend of sweet, chewy, and nutritious ingredients. Made with ripe bananas, hearty oats, and tart cranberries, these bars are ideal for breakfast on-the-go or a satisfying snack anytime. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they’re sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy them warm or cool; they offer the perfect balance of taste and health benefits!

Ingredients

Scale

2 overripe bananas (mashed)
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
¼ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in honey or maple syrup and almond butter until well combined.
In another bowl, combine rolled oats, dried cranberries, and cinnamon. Stir until evenly mixed.
Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture gently until just combined.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow cooling completely before lifting out and cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For extra crunch, consider adding chopped walnuts or almonds to the mix. - Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness. - These bars can be frozen for up to three months; just thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.