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Healthy Banana Oat Snack Bars Recipe with Easy Chocolate Drizzle

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These healthy banana oat snack bars with a light chocolate drizzle are quick, easy, and perfect for anytime snacking. They combine wholesome ingredients for a chewy, satisfying texture and a hint of indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) almond butter
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup (60g) dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Add almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and stir well to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and press evenly and firmly with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and the center is set but still moist. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.
  8. While baking, prepare the chocolate drizzle by melting dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  9. Let the bars cool for 10 minutes after baking, then drizzle the melted chocolate over the top. Let the drizzle set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  10. Lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang, cut into 12 squares or rectangles, and enjoy.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough bars. Use ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness and moisture. Press batter firmly into the pan to prevent crumbly bars. If chocolate drizzle thickens, microwave briefly to soften. Bars keep fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days and freeze well for up to 2 months. Let bars cool completely and refrigerate before cutting for clean slices.

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