Sometimes you just want something sweet, comforting, and a little indulgent, but without the refined flours, processed sugars, and heavy ingredients that leave you sluggish. That’s where these flour-free chocolate chip oat bars come in.
Made with simple, real-food ingredients like ripe bananas, applesauce, and organic oats, these bars are naturally sweet, moist, and full of flavor. They’re hearty enough for breakfast on the go, wholesome enough for kids’ snacks, and satisfying enough to stand in as a healthy dessert.
Why You’ll Love Them
- Bananas – provide natural sweetness, potassium, and fiber while keeping the bars moist.
- Applesauce – acts as a natural fat substitute, cutting down on oils or butter while adding a soft texture.
- Oats – rich in fiber and minerals, oats help regulate energy levels and keep you feeling full.
- Almond Milk – adds a creamy texture and a boost of vitamin E.
- Chocolate Chips (or Raisins) – your choice of indulgence: chocolate for that rich, melt-in-your-mouth feel or raisins for chewy bursts of natural sweetness.
- Cinnamon & Vanilla – warming, aromatic flavors that make the whole house smell incredible as these bake.
Together, these ingredients create a chewy, soft bar that feels like a treat but is secretly nourishing.
The Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 mashed ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups organic oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (or raisins or both!)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8″ x 8″ glass baking dish with coconut oil or butter.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add applesauce, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until combined.
- Mix in oats and fold until the mixture is evenly coated.
- Add chocolate chips or raisins and gently mix again.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown but still soft to the touch. (Don’t overbake, they’ll firm up as they cool!)
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Serving Ideas
- On-the-Go Breakfast – Pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a quick, energizing start to your day.
- Kid-Friendly Snack – A perfect after-school treat that won’t leave kids bouncing off the walls.
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Dessert Alternative – Serve warm with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Storage Tips
These bars keep beautifully! Store in an airtight container:
- At room temperature: up to 2 days.
- In the refrigerator: up to 1 week.
- In the freezer: wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months — just thaw and enjoy.
🗝️ Key Takeaway
You don’t need refined flour or processed sugars to create a sweet treat that satisfies. With just a few whole ingredients, these flour-free chocolate chip oat bars are the perfect combination of simple, nourishing, and delicious.
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