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Chunky Monkey Protein Baked Oat Bars

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 220
Delicious and nutritious baked oat bars packed with bananas, chocolate, and protein for a perfect on-the-go snack.

Ingredients

Wet ingredients

  • 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix mashed bananas, applesauce, honey, almond milk, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine oats, protein powder, walnuts, chocolate chips, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
  • Spread mixture evenly in prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes.
  • Cool completely, then slice into 12 bars.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana, Oats, Protein