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Healthy Banana Oat Bars Recipe

Healthy banana oat bars are an energy snack, ideal for consumption between meals. It is curious to analyze the nutritional value of these bars with the few ingredients in the recipe. The banana is such a sweet and creamy fruit that it does not need another sweetener, nor the use of eggs. In addition, the bars acquire a crunchy texture that makes them extremely attractive. These bars are an excellent alternative for when you are on a physical training plan because of the energy they provide to the body.

Healthy Banana Oat Bars Recipe


Oats are also the basic ingredient in the preparation of these bars. This food is a substantial source of slow absorbing carbohydrates. Its consumption is recommended for the proper functioning of the digestive system because of its high fiber content. This element helps to reduce the absorption of sugar in the intestine and, with it, regulates the levels of glycemia in the blood.

Ingredients



  • 3 medium sized, well-ripened bananas
  • 2 rolled oats
  • ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 5 dates
  • 7 chopped nuts
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil


How to prepare healthy banana oat bars



  1. Preheat the oven to 356°F (180 Celsius)
  2. Add olive oil to a rectangular or square baking dish to grease it completely.
  3. Chop the dates into small pieces.
  4. Peel the bananas.
  5. Crush the bananas in a container with the help of a fork until they are lightly mashed.
  6. Add half a tablespoon of vanilla, two cups of oatmeal and half a teaspoon of salt to the bowl. Add the chopped dates and chopped nuts. Stir until the ingredients are well integrated and the mixture is as homogeneous as possible.
  7. Add the previous mixture to the greased mold and spread. It should be flattened on the surface.
  8. Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the previous mixture and bake for 30-40 minutes until the edges are crisp.
  9. After this time, remove the mold from the oven and leave to cool.
  10. When it has cooled completely, cut the sticks of equal size into a rectangular shape. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.


Prepare these healthy banana oat bars and eat them after your exercise routine. Physical activity gives you a big appetite. Wrap them individually in aluminum foil and you will have a nutritious and practical snack with a simple procedure. You can keep your homemade snack for several days.

See also: Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles (Keto, Paleo, whole 30)


Easy Banana Oat Bars Recipe

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