Banana Oatmeal Bars

• 2 large bananas (mashed (~ 1 cup mashed) Use overripe bananas for a sweeter bar)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (unsalted (if salted decrease amount of salt below) )
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/3 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or soy )
• 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free (can substitute for regular sized chocolate chips) )
• Warmed peanut butter drizzle

1. 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350 F. In a large bowl add in bananas and mash until there are no large lumps.

2. 2

   Add in other wet ingredients: non-dairy milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and peanut butter. Mix until combined.

3. 3

   Add in dry ingredients: oats, ground flaxseed, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until combined.

4. 4

   Fold in mini chocolate chips.

5. 5

   In a parchment lined 8x8 glass pan spread mixture evenly.

6. 6

   Bake for ~25 minutes. Mixture will still be slightly soft but will become firmer as it sits. Let rest for 30 minutes before cutting.

7. 7

   Drizzle with warmed peanut butter if desired.

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