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Banana Yogurt Oatmeal Bars Recipe

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Delicious and nutritious Banana Yogurt Oatmeal Bars made with mashed bananas, dairy-free yogurt, peanut butter, quick oats, and walnuts. These soft, banana bread-like bars are easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Mashed Bananas
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Peanut Butter
  • 2 cups Quick Oats
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly oil the paper using cooking oil spray to prevent sticking. Set aside for later use.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) to heat up while you prepare the batter.
  3. Mash Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Use a measuring cup to ensure you have exactly 1 cup of mashed banana, then return to the bowl.
  4. Add Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add dairy-free yogurt, peanut butter, vanilla extract, quick oats, and cinnamon. Stir all ingredients together until you have a thick, consistent batter.
  5. Spread Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread it evenly across the pan surface. Optionally, sprinkle chopped walnuts evenly over the top for added texture and flavor.
  6. Bake: Place the pan on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the bars turn golden brown and appear dry on top.
  7. Cool Bars: After baking, allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a cooling rack and let cool for an additional 30 minutes. This helps the bars firm up while maintaining a soft, banana bread-like texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute dairy-free yogurt with any preferred type of yogurt.
  • Peanut butter can be swapped for any nut or seed butter if allergic or preferred.
  • Walnuts can be omitted or replaced with other nuts or seeds.
  • For a sweeter variation, consider adding a sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
  • Bars keep well stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

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