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Banana Chocolate Baked Oat Bar

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Banana chocolate baked oat bars are a quick and nutritious breakfast option made with mashed bananas, oats, and chocolate chips. Perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9 squares
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats

3 medium bananas, mashed

1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp vanilla

3 tbsp melted coconut oil

1 handful chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash the bananas directly in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add all remaining ingredients except chocolate chips and mix until fully combined. The mixture should be thick but wet.
  4. Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips/chunks on top.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes until set and golden.
  7. Let the bars rest for at least 15 minutes before cutting into squares.
  8. Optional: Top with fresh bananas, peanut butter, and flaky salt before serving.

Notes

  • Any milk can be used—plant-based or dairy.
  • Mashed banana can be substituted with apple sauce.
  • To reheat, bake in an oven or air fryer for 8–10 minutes.

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