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Banana Walnut Bars Vegan

These Banana Walnut Bars Vegan are a delightful treat! Packed with sweet bananas and crunchy walnuts, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas mashed
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Walnuts chopped
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Almond Milk or any plant-based milk
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula
  • Baking pan (9x9 inch)
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the bars cook evenly.
  2. Step 2: Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, use a fork or potato masher to mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Aim for a consistency similar to applesauce.
  4. Step 4: Add the almond milk and maple syrup to the mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
  5. Step 5: In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Step 6: Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
  7. Step 7: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Step 8: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares or bars.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • These bars freeze well! Wrap them individually for up to 3 months.
  • Check your bars a few minutes early to prevent overbaking.