Fuel your day with these delicious and healthy vegan oatmeal energy bars, perfect for a quick breakfast or on-the-go snack!

OVERVIEW

• Prep Time : 5 – 10   minutes
• Cook Time : 15- 20  minutes
• Total Minutes : 20 -30   minutes
• Servings: 10 – 12 pieces
• CALORIES: Approximately 135 to 140  kcal

INGREDIENTS

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats (90 g)
• 1 cup oat flour (120 g)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, chopped or mashed
• ½ cup soy milk
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup

Optional Add-ons

• ⅓ cup walnuts, chopped (40 g)
• 5 dates, chopped
• ¼ cup coconut flakes (20 g)
• 2 tbsp chia seeds

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the mashed banana, soy milk, and maple syrup. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add any nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or other add-ins.
5. Spread the mixture onto the baking dish evenly, making bars that are 1-1.5 inches (3-4 cm) thick. Sprinkle with desired toppings and press down gently.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until firm and lightly golden. Let cool for 10 minutes, slice into bars, and enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for later.