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Healthy Banana Flapjacks (Just 3 Ingredients)
You need to try this healthy banana flapjack recipe, it’s the perfect snack because it’s simple, easy and takes only 30 minutes to make. If you have leftover bananas, then you have to try this…
You know what they say, when life gives you bananas, you make banana flapjacks (and banana bread of course). These flapjacks taste so good, that you’re going to be making this every day!
It’s soft, chewy, moist, naturally sweet and is the perfect snack for when hunger strikes. I like to have this flapjack for breakfast, but it also makes a great on the go snack.
But wait, there’s more! Not only is this banana flapjacks recipe healthy, but it’s also naturally gluten-free and is packed full of fibre too. Consider this your go-to recipe for a healthy snack that you’ll actually want to eat.
Healthy Banana Flapjack Recipe (No Refined Sugar)
I’m a big fan of chocolate and sweet flapjack recipes (and there are many on this site) but this recipe is a great alternative for when you want to make flapjacks without the chocolatey and sugary additions.
Healthy is one of those terms that mean something different to everyone, so I’ll explain why this banana flapjack recipe is healthy to me.
It’s made with just 3 ingredients: banana, honey and oats. There’s no butter or refined sugars added, only natural sugars and sweetness from the bananas and honey. It’s packed full of fibre and is a great way of incorporating fruit and oats into your diet.
If you love flapjacks, then recipe is no exception. It’s slightly sweet yet flavoured with banana for a delicious taste.
Watch How To Make It
Why You’ll Like This Banana Flapjack Recipe
- Only 3 very basic ingredients!!
- You need just one mixing bowl and a baking tin
- There’s no melting in the microwave or over a stove
- A great way to use up leftover bananas
Equipment Needed
To make this recipe, I use the following equipment below:
Baking Tin: I always use a non-stick 9″ baking tin for the majority of my flapjack recipes and tray-bakes, it makes around 16 slices. You can get more or less depending on the size of portions you cut. If you want chunkier flapjacks, then you can use a smaller 8″ baking tin.
Parchment Paper: Used to line the baking tin to prevent the flapjacks from sticking.
Mixing Bowls: You’ll need a large enough mixing bowl to mix the ingredients together.
Recipe Ingredients
Below are the 3 ingredients need to make this recipe:
- Bananas: Use ripe bananas, it enhances the overall flavour of the flapjack, it’s softer, has a stronger banana flavour and is sweeter.
- Oats: Use any brand of porridge oats, do not use instant oats as the flapjacks will turn out mushy.
- Honey: Helps to bind the ingredients together and also adds natural sweetness too. If you want to make this a 2-ingredient banana flapjack recipe, then you can leave the honey out.
How To Make Easy Banana Flapjacks With Oats
Below is a step-by-step guide on how to make this easy banana flapjack! Full recipe instructions are on the recipe card:
Step One:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C Fan, gas mark 4) and line a baking tin with parchment paper.
Add peeled bananas to a mixing bowl and use a fork to mash the bananas together. I like to leave small chunks of banana as this keeps the flapjacks moist.
Step Two:
Add in honey to the mashed bananas and mix together until evenly distributed.
Step Three:
Pour the porridge oats into the mashed bananas and honey mixture and mix together until thoroughly combined. Make sure all the oats are generously coated.
Step Four:
Pour the flapjack mixture into the lined baking tin and spread it evenly into all four corners. With the back of a spoon, press the flapjack mixture down.
Step Five:
Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges have turned golden brown. Once baked, leave the flapjack to cool down before cutting it into slices.
Flapjack Recipe Variations & Substitutions
Swap Honey For Golden Syrup: If you don’t have honey, you can use golden syrup as an alternative. It’s not a healthy swap as it’s refined sugar, but it will add a tasty caramel flavour to the flapjacks. For more alternatives to honey, check out these golden syrup substitutes.
Add peanut butter: Bananas and peanut butter go so well together; you can make a nutty banana flapjack by adding 80g of melted peanut butter to the mashed banana and honey mixture.
Can’t Resist Chocolate?: Drizzle melted dark chocolate (or any chocolate) on top for an enticing finish.
Add extracts: You can add almond extract or vanilla extract for extra flavour.
How To Store And Freeze
Storing leftover flapjacks is fairly simple, you only need to place leftovers in an airtight container and keep it at room temperature for 3 to 5 days.
If you’re keeping the flapjacks for any longer than 5 days, then I suggest you freeze it once cooled down completely. Place it in an airtight and freezer-safe container before placing it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Top Recipe Tips For Banana Flapjacks
Use ripe bananas, it’s key to making this recipe! If the bananas are not ripe then they will be harder to mash, it will be starchier and the overall taste will not be as sweet.
For a more in-depth banana flavour, you can roast the bananas in the oven for around 15 to 20 minutes to caramelise before mashing it in a mixing bowl and adding honey then oats.
If you want to add more natural flavourings, then you can grate orange zest or lemon zest to add a citrus note. Or, you can add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to take these flapjacks to a whole new level.
I always overhang the parchment paper over my baking tin as it makes removal so easy. You simply need to pull the sides up and just like that, the flapjacks are out of the tin!
FAQs
Flapjacks are not vegan because they contain butter, you can make them vegan by using margarine instead. This banana flapjack recipe has honey in it, therefore it is not vegan, though you can use vegan honey alternatives.
This banana flapjack recipe is naturally gluten-free, oats do not contain gluten in them. However, If you have a sensitivity to gluten, it’s important to be mindful of potential cross-contamination of oats during processing. To minimise this risk, you can choose certified gluten-free oats.
More Flapjack Recipes
- Honey Flapjacks (another healthier alternative to standard flapjacks)
- Bakewell Flapjacks
- Peanut Butter Flapjacks
- Gooey Flapjacks
- White Chocolate Flapjack
- Milk Chocolate Chip Flapjacks
- Biscoff Flapjacks
- Lemon Flapjacks
- Cocoa Flapjack Recipe
Banana Flapjack Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Ripe Bananas
- 300 g Rolled Oats (Roughly 4 Cups)
- 3 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C Fan, gas mark 4) and line a baking tin with parchment paper.
- Add peeled bananas to a mixing bowl and use a fork to mash the bananas together. I like to leave small chunks of banana as this keeps the flapjacks moist.4 Ripe Bananas
- Add in honey to the mashed bananas and mix together until evenly distributed.3 tbsp Honey
- Pour the porridge oats into the mashed bananas and honey mixture and mix together until thoroughly combined. Make sure all the oats are generously coated.300 g Rolled Oats
- Pour the flapjack mixture into the lined baking tin and spread it evenly into all four corners. With the back of a spoon, press the flapjack mixture down.
- Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges have turned golden brown. Once baked, leave the flapjack to cool down before cutting it into slices.
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