Description
Banana Peanut Butter Oat Bars are a nutritious and satisfying snack that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the creamy goodness of peanut butter. These homemade bars are not only easy to prepare but also provide a perfect balance of fiber and protein, making them an ideal choice for breakfast on the go, post-workout fuel, or a wholesome treat in lunchboxes. With just six key ingredients, you can whip up these delicious bars in no time. Customize them by adding your favorite nuts or dried fruits for a personal touch. Keep a batch on hand for healthy snacking any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp. coconut oil (or avocado oil)
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add rolled oats and mix-ins like protein powder, chocolate chips, or walnuts; stir until fully incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 28 to 32 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling for about 30 minutes before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28-32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg