Description
Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Squares are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavor of dark chocolate. They are nutritious, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- Optional: Fresh berries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond milk, maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then slice into squares and serve with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Keep an eye on baking time as ovens can vary.
- Let the squares cool before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Feel free to experiment with ingredients to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Baked Banana Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Squares, healthy dessert, vegan snack, oatmeal squares