Carrot Cake Oat Banana Bars Recipe
These carrot cake oat banana bars are a wholesome and delicious treat made with rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ripe banana, carrots, and warm spices. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, they have a soft, chewy texture and are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthier dessert. Packed with fiber and nourishing ingredients, these bars are an easy make-ahead option for busy days.
Ingredients
- 200 grams rolled oats
- 100 grams whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 medium carrots finely grated (about 150 grams)
- 100 grams mashed banana about 1 medium banana
- 2 large eggs
- 80 ml avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 50 grams chopped walnuts optional
- 50 grams unsweetened shredded coconut optional
- Pumpkin seeds to decorate optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and nuts or coconut if using.
- Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl: mashed banana, eggs, oil, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures. Fold in grated carrots and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Press batter firmly into the prepared pan. Smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
- Cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour. For cleaner slicing, refrigerate 30–60 minutes before cutting.
- Slice into 12 bars using a sharp knife.