Description
Banana Bread Granola Clusters are a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the crunch of granola, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup nuts (like walnuts or pecans), chopped
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the dry mixture into the bowl with the wet ingredients and stir until coated. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet, press down slightly to form clusters, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before breaking into clusters.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- For nut-free, replace nuts with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- Experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Banana Bread, Granola, Clusters, Snack, Breakfast