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Peanut Butter Banana Bars

Delicious Peanut Butter Banana Bars for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy these Peanut Butter Banana Bars, a quick and healthy treat packed with protein and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 pieces Very Ripe Bananas Use overripe for the best results.
  • ½ cup Natural Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond butter for nut-free variations.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1 cup Instant or Quick Cooking Oats Avoid steel-cut oats for the right texture.
For the Lightness
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Can substitute baking soda with a slight increase in salt.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Can be reduced or omitted for low-sodium diets.
For the Sweetness
  • ⅓ cup Chocolate Chips Can substitute with dried fruit or nuts.

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 loaf pan.
  2. Mash two very ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Add ½ cup of natural peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix until creamy.
  4. Add 1 cup of instant or quick-cooking oats, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of baking powder, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in ⅓ cup of chocolate chips until well distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool the bars in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.

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