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Banana Oat Cookie Bars Recipe

These irresistible Banana Oat Cookie Bars are a family favorite! Made with simple ingredients and a quick food processor method (perfect for busy parents!), these light and chewy bars are easier to make than traditional cookies. Get ready for a delightful treat that's both delicious and convenient. This recipe is a game-changer for one-handed baking!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 218.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Oat Cookie Bars

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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How to Make Banana Oat Cookie Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8 inch or 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. Slice 3 ripe bananas.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter, ½ cup shortening, 1 large egg, and the sliced bananas until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Stir in 2 cups rolled oats.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  10. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

14g

Carbs

9g

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