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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 180
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 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.
  • Mix mashed bananas, applesauce, honey, almond milk, vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine oats, protein, walnuts, chocolate chips, salt, cinnamon, baking powder.
  • Add dry to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
  • Spread evenly in pan and bake for 22-25 minutes until golden.
  • Cool completely, then slice into 12 bars.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Keyword: banana, Oats, Protein