Dairy-Free Banana Bars
Soft, moist, and bursting with natural sweetness, these Dairy-Free Banana Bars are the ultimate guilt-free treat for banana lovers! Made with ripe bananas, coconut oil, and a touch of cinnamon, these easy-to-make bars are not only dairy-free but also packed with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce for added moisture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no complicated steps, this recipe is perfect for busy bakers seeking a quick snack or dessert that’s both comforting and nutritious. Ideal for everything from breakfast on the go to an after-dinner treat, these banana bars are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, they’re made in a single bowl for easy cleanup—what’s not to love?
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Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup unsweetened apple sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Step 3
Add the melted coconut oil, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and egg to the mashed bananas and mix well to combine.
Step 4
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Fold in the unsweetened apple sauce to the batter until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Remove the banana bars from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes.
Step 10
Once cooled, cut the bars into 12 equal squares. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (925.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2705.6 |
| Total Fat 129.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 196mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1368.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 376.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 195.2g | |
| Protein 28.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 216.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1783.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories