These Chocolate Banana Bars are like tiny, pocket-sized cheerleaders rooting for you with every bite. Soft, chocolatey, a little nutty, and full of steady energy — they’re the treat you pack when you want dessert vibes on the trail without the sugar crash. They travel well, taste amazing, and honestly? They make you feel a little unstoppable.
Ingredients
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Eggs (2 large)
- Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
- Oat flour (1 cup)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Ripe bananas (2 large, mashed)
- Cocoa powder (1/4 cup)
- Almonds (1/3 cup, chopped for texture)
- Honey or maple syrup (2 tablespoons)
- Cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (tiny pinch, optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grab a small baking pan and line it with parchment so cleanup feels like a gift to future-you.
- In a bowl, mash your bananas until they’re smooth. Add your eggs, olive oil, vanilla, and honey or maple syrup. Whisk until everything is well mixed.
- In another bowl, mix your oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the cocoa gives everything that rich, chocolate glow.
- Pour the dry mix into the wet mix and stir until it looks like thick brownie batter. Fold in your chopped almonds for that perfect trail-bar crunch.
- Spread the batter evenly into your pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the center feels set and the top looks matte and proud. Let it cool completely before slicing since the bars firm up as they rest.
- Cut into 8 bars and wrap them individually for hiking, biking, or emergency snack situations. Enjoy!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate bar