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Healthy Oatmeal Bars Breakfast

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Healthy Oatmeal Bars Breakfast is a soft-baked, wholesome make-ahead breakfast packed with oats, natural sweeteners, and your choice of nutritious mix-ins. These bars are perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack anytime.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed (or 1 cup unsweetened applesauce)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut or almond)
  • 2 eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup dried fruit, chocolate chips, nuts, or shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, honey/maple syrup, nut butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Stir in oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  4. Fold in any mix-ins like raisins, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely, then slice into bars and serve or store.

Notes

  • Swap banana for pumpkin puree for a fall variation.
  • Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost.
  • Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • Mix in fresh blueberries for a fruity twist.

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