Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
2 cup

Dry Oatmeal

not instant

0.5 cup

Unsweetened Dried Shredded Coconut

shredded

0.5 cup

Raisins

0.5 cup

Walnuts

chopped

4 tbsp

Ground Flax Seeds

ground

1 tsp

Cinnamon

ground

0.25 tsp

Apple Cider Vinegar

3 unit

Ripe Bananas

mashed

1 unit

Apple

peeled and finely chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~3 min

Lightly oil a 9x9 inch glass pan using a paper towel.

Step 3
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine oats, shredded coconut, raisins, chopped walnuts, ground flax seeds, and cinnamon (if using).

Step 4
~3 min

Set the dry ingredients aside.

Step 5
~3 min

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 6
~3 min

Add the chopped apple to the mashed bananas.

Step 7
~3 min

Combine the dry ingredients with the banana and apple mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Mix with a spoon until everything is well combined.

Step 9
~3 min

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Step 12
~3 min

Once completely cool, cut into 24 bars.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.

Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your preference.

For a crispier bar, bake for a few minutes longer.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (cinnamon and banana)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.

Pair with a glass of milk or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt
Fresh fruit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, common snack

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Potlucks
School Lunches

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Lunchbox
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100