Introducing Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars, the ultimate breakfast treat! Packed with old-fashioned oats, banana, cinnamon, and juicy apple, these bars are a wholesome delight. Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and free of refined sugars, ready in just under 30 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- These oatmeal bars are perfect for meal prep, ensuring you have a delicious breakfast all week long.
- You can make them in just one mixing bowl, minimizing cleanup time.
- Sweetened naturally with banana and apple, they contain no added sugars.
- Enjoy them warm or cold; they taste fantastic either way.
- Soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet, these bars are a gluten-free breakfast dream.
- Plus, they’re suitable for vegans, plant-based eaters, and those avoiding dairy and refined sugars.
Tips And Tricks:
- Make sure to generously coat your 8×8 baking dish with non-stick coconut oil spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Use a fork or potato masher to thoroughly mash the banana, leaving no large chunks behind.
- Test the bars’ doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, they’re ready. If not, bake for a few more minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Yes, these oatmeal bars are entirely vegan, containing no dairy or animal products.
- Absolutely! These bars are gluten-free, but be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if you’re sensitive to gluten.
- Yes, feel free to experiment with other fruits of your choice!
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mashed overripe banana about 3 large bananas
- 1/2 cup almond butter or any other nut or seed butter
- 1/4 cup ground flax
- 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats
- 3/4 cup oat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups diced Fuji apples or any other red apple
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper or grease it generously.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Add almond butter, vanilla extract, and ground flax, mixing well.
- Incorporate oats, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt into the mixture until well combined (the batter will be thick).
- Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing and enjoying!
Notes
- Store these oatmeal bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or enjoy them cold or at room temperature.