Fat Free Banana Granola Bars
Naturally sweetened and irresistibly wholesome, these Fat Free Banana Granola Bars are the perfect guilt-free snack or breakfast on-the-go. Made with just a handful of simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like ripe bananas, rolled oats, and a touch of maple syrup, these bars are soft, chewy, and packed with natural banana flavor. A hint of cinnamon and vanilla adds warmth, while optional mix-ins like chopped nuts and dried fruit let you customize for added crunch and sweetness. With no added fats or oils, these granola bars are a nutritious and satisfying option for anyone looking to enjoy a dairy-free, vegan snack that’s easy to make in under 30 minutes. Perfectly portable, these homemade bars are great for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Ripe bananas
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cups Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, etc.) (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy.
Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the rolled oats until all the oats are evenly coated with the banana mixture.
If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruits to add texture and flavor.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly into an even layer. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to ensure it's well packed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the top is set.
Remove from the oven and let the granola bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 8 equal-sized bars.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 609 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.7 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2955 mg | 63% | |
*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.
