Cinnamon Raisin Banana Squares

I think cinnamon raisin is underrated and needs more attention so here come cinnamon raisin banana squares. It is a classic banana bread but in snacking square size. The raisins add for extra sweetness and pair perfectly with. overripe bananas that are just as sweet. The squares are also super moist and fluffy, ideal for a breakfast or snack option.

I know a lot of people hate raisins but I am a part of the 1% population that absolutely loves raisins! They are sweet but not overpowering and pair great with oatmeal, these banana squares, or just snacking.

Full disclosure, I made these cinnamon raisin banana squares on a whim when I was sitting in class and thinking about what to make. I had some extra ripe bananas on hand and did not want to make my millionth banana bread so I decided why not add raisins into the batter and turn them into snacking squares. These were for sure a hit and I devoured them in less than 3 days.

What makes these banana squares unique?

• Added raisins- Not many banana bread recipes call for raisins but I am a huge fan. You can also add any nuts such as walnuts or almonds.
• Easy to make- The intructions are listed below and it is super easy to follow along. You cannot mess it up!
• Banana sqaures not bread- These are more fun to eat in my opinion.

Ingredients Needed To Make These Cinnamon Raisin Banana Squares

• Flour– I have listed three different flour options in the recipe (oat, almond, and paleo), all of them work great ! If you are not strictly paleo, you can cassava flour or gluten-free blend.
• Nondairy Milk– I used almond but any milk will work.
• Maple Syrup– You can swap this out for any runny nut butter of choice.
• Flax Eggs– Use regular eggs if not vegan.
• Bananas– The more spotty and brown the better! It adds for more sweetness!
• Baking Powder
• Baking Soda
• Raisins– Use another type of dried fruit or add nuts.
• Cinnamon

How To Make These Cinnamon Raisin Banana Squares

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F and line an 8×8 baking dish.
2. Start by mashing your bananas in a large bowl. If the bananas are not quite ripe yet place them in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes until the outer skin becomes dark. You will need very ripe bananas for this recipe because it adds sweetness.
3. Then to the bowl, add in the eggs, non-dairy milk, and maple syrup.  
4. Fold in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.   
5. Pour the batter into the baking dish and top with more banana.
6. Place into the oven for 30-35 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test.  
7. Take it out of the oven, and drizzle some almond butter on top if you desire.  

Tips

• If your bananas are not ripe enough place them in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes until the outer skin becomes dark. 
• Make at home oat flour by blending up some steel cut oats in a blender or food processor.
• Store these in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
• Top with some extra nut butter.
• Heat them up in the microwave for 30 seconds before serving.
• Add them into yogurt bowls.