Apple Cinnamon Oat Bars

Ingredients

• 1 large apple, grated
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method

1. 01

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.

2. 02

   Peel and grate 1 large apple, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth.

3. 03

   In a bowl, combine the grated apple with 2 mashed ripe bananas, 2 cups rolled oats, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

4. 04

   Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.

5. 05

   Bake for 22–25 minutes until firm and golden at the edges. Allow to cool fully before cutting into bars — they firm up as they cool.

How to offer

Cut into soft finger-sized strips. These bars are gentle for new eaters from 6 months. The oats and banana create a texture that softens further in baby's mouth.

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months.