Description
Irresistible Banana Oatmeal Cranberry Bars are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the tartness of cranberries and a hint of cinnamon. These bars are not only incredibly easy to make but also perfect for breakfast on the go or a satisfying afternoon snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they offer a deliciously chewy texture that everyone will love. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the enticing aroma of these wholesome bars!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the mashed bananas along with honey or maple syrup until combined.
- Gently incorporate cranberries and nuts if using.
- Spread batter into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg