Almond Banana Bars
Soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome flavor, these Almond Banana Bars are the perfect balance of healthy and indulgent. Made with naturally sweet ripe bananas, protein-packed almond butter, and gluten-free rolled oats, these bars are lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and spiced with a cozy hint of cinnamon. Crunchy sliced almonds add satisfying texture, while optional dark chocolate chips bring a touch of decadence. With just 10 minutes of prep and a one-bowl assembly, this easy, gluten-free recipe is ideal for breakfast on-the-go, snack time, or a post-workout treat. Bake a batch in under 30 minutes and enjoy a nutritious, portable bite that's as delicious as it is nourishing! Perfect for meal prep, these bars stay fresh for days, making them a must-have for busy lifestyles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.
Add the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until well incorporated.
Fold in the sliced almonds and optional dark chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and pressing it down lightly with a spatula to create a flat surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center feels set.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan for about 15 minutes.
Using the parchment overhang, lift the entire slab out of the dish and place it on a cutting board. Slice into 12 equal bars using a sharp knife.
Store the Almond Banana Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.6 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1054 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.3 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.3 g | 190% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.3 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 692 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 3837 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
