Teatime or Brown Bag Banana and Oat Bars

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Teatime or Brown Bag Banana and Oat Bars - A Delicious and Healthy Snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

12-14

Calories

230

Sugar

22g

Fat

10g

If you're looking for a healthy snack option that's easy to make and tastes great, look no further than these banana and oat bars. With natural sweetness from ripe bananas and a chewy texture from the oats, these bars are perfect for teatime or for throwing in your brown bag as a mid-day snack. Make them ahead of time and enjoy them on-the-go - they'll keep you feeling full and satisfied without packing on the pounds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
2.	In a large saucepan, melt the butter, sugar and honey together over a low heat.
3.	Add the porridge oats, mashed bananas and crushed dried bananas. Mix well.
4.	Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down firmly.
5.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
6.	Leave to cool completely in the pan, then cut into bars and serve.

PROS

These banana and oat bars are a tasty and healthy snack option suitable for both teatime and when you’re on the go.

They contain no artificial sweeteners or additives, and are packed with fiber and energy from the oats and bananas.

CONS

These bars may not be as sweet as some other snack options and may not be suitable for people with nut allergies, as some recipes may use nuts in addition to or in place of dried bananas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a great source of potassium, which is important for healthy blood pressure and heart function. They also contain vitamin C, which supports a healthy immune system.
Oats are a good source of dietary fiber, which can help you feel full and satisfied, and can also help to lower cholesterol levels. They are also a good source of energy and have been linked to improving heart health.

	5 1/2 ounces butter
	5 1/2 ounces light brown sugar
	4 tablespoons clear honey
	12 ounces porridge oats
	2 small bananas , mashed
	2 ounces dried banana pieces , roughly crushed