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    Home » Gluten free » Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars - Vegan, Gluten, and Peanut Free

    Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars - Vegan, Gluten, and Peanut Free

    June 25, 2017 by Tracy | Updated December 27, 2020 This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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    stacked chewy raisin quinoa banana bars
    stacked chewy quinoa bars with raisins with Pinterest pin text.

    These Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars are packed full of nutrition and flavor but free from refined sugar and peanuts while being vegan and gluten free! Perfect for growing little ones!

    stacked chewy raisin quinoa banana bars

    Back in the day when I was single, living alone, and working in restaurants, I never cooked.  Not only because I was always either in class or at work, but also because, to me, cooking is not just about eating. The #1 reason why I cook? Hands down:  To share and to care for others through food. Since having M, cooking and creating for her, now that hits a cord of my heart more than I could have ever imagined.  A tiny human who is tastes different food for the FIRST time?!  It's incredible. Even better, her taste preferences (and her teeth!) are at a point where I can begin to move away from purées and towards super fun creations like these Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars!

    These bars a chewy, subltely sweet, has the right amount of crunch from the nuts, and are so incredibly healthy. And when your little kiddo loves them, too. Well then you know they're a winner.

    Ingredients Needed

    bananas, oats, quinoa, nuts,  salt, maple syrup and raisins on counter

    Ok now I know this looks like a lot (it is), but this recipe is also totally customizable! Here's what you need for your base:

    • Overripe Bananas
    • Old Fashioned Rolled Oats - We use this to make an oat flour, but you could also use a all purpose / gluten free flour. Or even an almond flour would be delicious to add even more almond flavor!
    • Maple Syrup - Or your other favorite all natural sweetener.
    • Quinoa - Uncooked and rinsed.
    • Vanilla Extract - Have you made your own, yet?
    • Salt and a touch of Cinnamon - For added flavor

    The rest is up to you!

    • Nuts - We love walnuts and almonds
    • Dried Fruit - Raisins are a favorite in this recipe, but dried dates, cranberries, cherries, or blueberries would also be great!
    • Seeds - We used sunflower seeds and chia seeds, but pumpkin seeds is another great choice!

    NOTE: To ensure that these are gluten free, but sure to check your oats to ensure that they're labeled gluten free.

    Have a bunch of bananas in the freezer, check out my tips in this post on how to use them.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    oats processed into flour in a food processor

    Step 1: Make your oat flour in a food processor. You could also of course buy your own oat flour or use any other flour you'd like.

    Step 2: Mash bananas in a large bowl, add everything else, and mix!

    Does it get much easier than that? Talk about a big bowl of healthy protein, amino acids, vitamins, and fiber.

    dough in a pan and then baked and in parchment paper

    Step 3: Bake in a parchment paper lined baking pan!

    chewy bars cut on parchment paper

    Step 4: Cut into slices or bars.

    I first sliced my into bars, but then I realized I liked them a lot better (and they were easier for my little one to eat) as a square bar.

    stacked chewy raisin quinoa banana bars

    So chewy with great banana and subtle maple flavor plus just a little crunch from the nuts!

    stacked chewy raisin quinoa banana bars

    M loved these.  And I love how easy they were and how incredibly nutritious they are!

    Freeze for Later! Another great part of these little bars, they're great for the freezer. I portioned them out in little baggies and put them in the freezer for a super healthy and delicious homemade, from scratch snack for my little one whenever it's needed!

    Other Healthy Toddler Friendly Snacks

    Banana Oat Muffins

    Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Bars!

    Healthy Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

    Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups Oatmeal

    Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

    Healthy Maple Pecan Granola

    overhead of quinoa bars with raisins

    Enjoy! As always, if you make this recipe or any of my others, I love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below, email me, or you can find me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest!

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    stacked chewy raisin quinoa banana bars

    Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars - Vegan, Gluten and Peanut Free

    These Chewy Banana Quinoa Bars are packed full of nutrition and flavor but free from refined sugar and peanuts while being vegan and gluten free! Perfect for growing little ones!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Kid Friendly, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 bars
    Author: Tracy

    Equipment

    • 8X8 Baking Pan
    • parchment paper

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups mashed overripe bananas about 3 large bananas
    • 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats gluten free, or just oat flour, see recipe notes
    • 1/3 cup quinoa rinsed
    • 3/4 cup raisins
    • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
    • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
    • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
    • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Line an 8X8 baking pan with parchment paper.
    • Add the oats to a food processor and blend until floured, about 7-10 seconds.
    • In a large bowl, mash bananas and then add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
    • Add mixture into pan and smooth into an even layer.
    • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until edges being to brown very slightly. These bars will be soft and chewy and they wont brown much at all - if they're browning a lot, they're burning!
    • Store in an airtight container and in fridge for up to a week.

    Notes

    Sub the whole old fashioned rolled oats for 1 1/2 cups Oat Flour or other flour of choice. 
    Freeze for up to 6 months. 
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    1. FT

      September 03, 2019 at 10:53 pm

      5 stars
      We tried these over the weekend. We used chocolate chips instead of raisins, and I used the nuts i had - walnuts and hazelnuts. They turned out yummy ! Though admittedly the chocolate made them hard to resist.

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      • Tracy

        September 04, 2019 at 12:23 pm

        GREAT idea with the chocolate chips and the walnuts and hazelnuts! So glad you enjoyed them!!

        Reply
    2. lee

      August 31, 2019 at 1:33 am

      5 stars
      i love making my own energy balls and bars and I would love to try this recipe

      Reply
    3. Stephanie

      July 14, 2017 at 8:20 am

      I have GOT to make these for me and Taylor, they'd be perfect for our on-the-go adventures, she LOVES to snack (duhhhh) and I love how these are super healthy, thanks Buddy Bee!

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    4. Sean Mahan

      July 06, 2017 at 8:07 am

      Gluten-free snack bars? You got me. I've been looking for a gluten-free snack option but it was very difficult. I never thought about making my own bars. I bet they're delicious! I'm definitely going to try them =)

      Reply
    5. Lynn | The Road to Honey

      June 27, 2017 at 2:01 pm

      We are so on the same page Tracy. My hubby travels a lot and I find myself resorting to eating practices reminiscent of my single days. . which is essentially eating without actual meals (if that is a concept).

      These bars looks wonderful. . .something that I would definitely eat myself. I absolutely adore that they are loaded with all kinds of good for you ingredients. It's so great to see that you are starting M off on a healthy foot.

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