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Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

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Delicious and nutritious breakfast bars perfect for busy mornings, loaded with fiber and customizable with your favorite mix-ins.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup almond butter (or nut butter of choice)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Optional mix-ins: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, 1/3 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts), 1/3 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare an 8-inch square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  3. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl: rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Combine wet ingredients in another bowl: mashed banana, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients together until fully incorporated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, then slice into squares.

Notes

Customize with your favorite mix-ins and store in an airtight container for a quick breakfast or snack.

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