These Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars are a delicious and nutritious dessert option that combines the flavors of peanut butter and ripe bananas. Perfect for a quick snack or a sweet treat, these bars are easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.
This recipe is straightforward and requires minimal preparation, making it ideal for busy days. Enjoy these bars as a healthy dessert or a convenient on-the-go snack.
Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars
These oat bars feature a blend of oats, peanut butter, and mashed bananas, creating a chewy texture and natural sweetness. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding a satisfying dessert that serves 12.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well combined. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out and slicing into squares.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
