Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

Start your morning right with these wholesome and delicious Oatmeal Breakfast Bars, a perfect make-ahead option for busy mornings or a satisfying on-the-go snack. Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, naturally sweetened mashed bananas, and a hint of honey or maple syrup, these bars strike the perfect balance between nutritious and indulgent. Customize your batch with crunchy chopped nuts, chewy dried fruit, and even a sprinkle of chocolate chips for a touch of decadence. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this easy-to-make recipe yields soft, golden-brown bars that are gluten-free, customizable for various diets, and freezer-friendly. Whether enjoyed as a quick breakfast or a midday energy boost, these oatmeal bars are guaranteed to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 0.5 cups chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 0.5 cups dried fruit (e.g., raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
• 0.25 cups chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and milk. Stir until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate chips (if using).

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly and pressing it down gently with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into 8 equal-sized bars.

Step 9

Store the oatmeal breakfast bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	927 grams (927.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1999

Total Fat 58.70g	75%
Saturated Fat 14.20g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 1129mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 344.30g	125%
Dietary Fiber 38.50g	138%
Total Sugars 172.60g
Protein 48.50g	97%

Vitamin D 50IU	250%
Calcium 418mg	32%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 3113mg	66%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.2%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 65.6%