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Peanut Butter Banana Bars

Peanut Butter Banana Bars

Delicious Peanut Butter Banana Bars made with ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter, perfect as a quick snack or breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snack & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 medium very ripe bananas the riper they are, the sweeter and easier to mash they'll be!
  • 1 cup smooth natural peanut butter adds creaminess and a rich, nutty flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall taste
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup instant or quick cooking oats provide texture and help hold the bars together
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips a delightful addition for sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Greased Baking Dish

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine the peanut butter and vanilla extract with the mashed bananas.
  4. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until set and golden brown.
  7. Cool the bars before cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid over-mixing the ingredients. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

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