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Banana Oat Energy Bars with Almond Butter
Annie Graves

Banana Oat Energy Bars with Almond Butter

Try these Banana Oat Energy Bars with Almond Butter! Packed with oats, banana, and almond butter, they’re the perfect healthy snack or energy boost.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Energy Bars
  • 2 cups rolled oats gluten-free if needed
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or dried fruit optional
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra nutrition
  • A handful of shredded coconut for texture
  • A sprinkle of hemp seeds for added protein
Substitutions
  • Vegan: Use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Nut-Free: Swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter or tahini.

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  2. Stir in the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine the Dry Ingredients
  1. Add the rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
  2. If using optional add-ins like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit, fold them in at this stage.
Press the Mixture into the Pan
  1. Transfer the oat mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  2. Press it down evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon to ensure the bars are compact and hold together after baking.
Bake the Energy Bars
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the bars are set.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan.
Cut and Serve
  1. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper.
  2. Cut into 8-10 bars.
  3. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for a longer-lasting snack.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving - 1 energy bar):

  • Calories: 180-220
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 10g


Notes/Advice:

  • Additions/Subtractions:
    • For a sweeter bar, you can increase the amount of honey or maple syrup.
    • Feel free to mix in your favorite toppings—whether it’s seeds, nuts, or chocolate, these bars are very customizable.
    • You can also lightly toast the oats before mixing for a nuttier flavor.