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Peanut Butter Banana Bars

Delicious Peanut Butter Banana Bars for Quick Healthy Snacking

Enjoy these Peanut Butter Banana Bars, a quick and healthy snack option, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 4 medium Bananas Perfectly ripe
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Creamy, or preferred nut butter
  • 1.5 cups Instant or Quick Oats For chewiness
  • 1/3 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; can substitute with nuts or dried fruits
Additional Flavor Boosts
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder For lift and texture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until nearly smooth.
  3. Mix in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Fold in the oats, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
  5. Add the chocolate chips, reserving some for topping, and mix gently.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Perfect for meal prep!

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