Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars
These chocolate chip banana bread bars are a satisfying and vegan-friendly snack, packed with oats, bananas, and rich chocolate. Perfect for those seeking indulgence without guilt!
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed banana
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
- 2/3 cup creamy nut butter or seed butter
- 1 1/3 cup oat flour or almond flour
- 1 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips or cacao nibs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. You can also use an 8×8-inch pan, but the baking time may vary slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, nut butter, and non-dairy milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the oat flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, and baking powder to the wet ingredients. Mix until well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs. Be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is firm and lightly golden. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean, your bars are ready!
- Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing them into 6–9 portions. Enjoy immediately, or store for later.