Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars
These Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars are a wholesome, naturally sweetened snack perfect for energy boosts and on-the-go breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- If using, fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and press evenly into the pan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For an extra crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds before baking. Store bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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