Oatmeal Apple Banana Bars Recipe

Oatmeal Apple Banana Bars Recipe

Ingredients

• • Oatmeal: 100 g (~1 cup)
  • Apple: 1, diced
  • Banana: 1, mashed

• • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
  • Oil: 2 tablespoons of your favorite oil (e.g., coconut or olive oil)
  • Nuts: 40 g (1/4 cup), chopped (optional)

Directions

1. 1. Preheat Oven:
      Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
   2. Blend Apple and Banana:
      In a blender, combine the diced apple and mashed banana until smooth.
   3. Mix Ingredients:
      In a large bowl, mix together the oatmeal, blended apple-banana mixture, cinnamon, oil, and chopped nuts (if using). Stir until everything is well combined.

1. 1. Bake:
      Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the bars are firm.
   2. Cool and Cut:
      Let the bars cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before cutting them into bars.
   3. Enjoy:
      Serve and enjoy your healthy, sugar-free, and flour-free dessert!

Serving Suggestions

• • Enjoy these bars on their own as a healthy snack.
  • Pair with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness.
  • Serve with a side of fresh fruit for a light dessert.

Cooking Tips

• • Customize with Extras: Add dried fruits like raisins or cranberries for extra flavor.
  • Oil Substitutes: You can use applesauce in place of oil for an even healthier version.
  • Adjust Texture: If you prefer softer bars, blend the oatmeal slightly to break it down before mixing.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• • Sugar-Free & Flour-Free: A guilt-free dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth naturally.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in under 35 minutes with minimal prep.
  • Healthy Ingredients: Packed with fiber from the oatmeal and natural sweetness from the apple and banana.

• Versatile: Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.