Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Bars (Allergy Friendly)

Looking for a quick, healthy, and allergy-friendly breakfast or snack option? These Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Bars are perfect for busy mornings or as an energizing midday treat. Packed with wholesome ingredients like bananas, oats, almond butter (or the nut/seed butter of your choice), and flax meal, they’re not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to make. Plus, they’re customizable to accommodate diverse dietary needs!

Watch us make Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Bars here:

Why You’ll Love These Oatmeal Banana breakfast Bars

• Allergy-Friendly: Easily adaptable to be nut-free and gluten-free.
• Wholesome Ingredients: Made with nutrient-dense ingredients like bananas, oats, and flax meal.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Make a batch ahead of time and freeze extras for later.
• Kid-Approved: A healthy snack that’s naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup.

How Kids Can Help with this Recipe

Cooking with kids is a fun way to teach life skills while making memories! Here’s how they can help based on their age:

Toddlers (Ages 2–3)

• Mash bananas with a fork or potato masher.
• Pour pre-measured ingredients into a bowl.
• Stir dry ingredients gently.

Preschoolers (Ages 4–5)

• Crack eggs into a bowl (with help).
• Measure dry ingredients like oats or flour.
• Mix wet and dry ingredients together.

Early Elementary (Ages 6–7)

• Measure both wet and dry ingredients accurately.
• Fold chocolate chips into the batter.
• Scoop batter onto the baking sheet.

Older Elementary (Ages 8–9)

• Follow recipe steps independently with supervision.
• Use appliances like blenders or food processors safely.
• Shape batter into bars on the baking sheet.

Preteens & Teens (Ages 10+)

• Prepare the entire recipe from start to finish.
• Experiment with add-ins like dried fruit or nuts.
• Clean up thoroughly after cooking.

Recipe for Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Bars

Serving Size: 10-12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy, Kid and Teen Friendly

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these delicious bars:

• 2 small bananas (ripe for natural sweetness)
• ½ cup almond butter (or the nut/seed butter of your choice)
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp coconut or canola oil (melted)
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1½ cups quick-cook oats (gluten-free if needed)
• ½ cup almond flour (or substitute oat flour)
• ½ cup coconut flour (or substitute oat flour)
• ¼ cup flax meal
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Prep

1. Peel and chop the bananas.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Make

1. In a blender or food processor, combine bananas, almond butter (or nut/seed butter of your choice), eggs, vanilla extract, melted oil, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the oats, almond/coconut flour(s), flax meal, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
5. Using an ice cream scoop or a ¼-cup measuring cup, scoop the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape into bars (or your preferred shape).

Bake

6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Allow the bars to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Tips & Customizations

• Nut-Free Option: Replace almond butter with sunflower seed butter and use oat flour instead of almond/coconut flour. Swap coconut oil for canola oil.
• Storage: Wrap individual bars and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
• Add-ins: Feel free to mix in your favorite extras like dried fruit, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.

These Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Bars are an easy-to-make, allergy-friendly option perfect for breakfast or snacks! Packed with wholesome ingredients like bananas, oats, and almond butter (or any nut/seed butter of your choice), they’re naturally sweetened and customizable for dietary needs. Freeze leftovers for a quick grab-and-go treat anytime!

Hi! I’m Beth Conlon, PhD, MS, RDN

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As a Pediatric and Family Nutrition Expert and mom of 4, I truly understand the ups and downs of feeding children. This is a space where you can get tips and tricks that will help you with any feeding challenges, from picky eaters to eating disorders, and more. Additionally, I'm excited to share recipes that are perfect for families.

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