Peanut Butter Banana Bars
Peanut Butter Banana Bars are a nostalgic, delicious treat that combines creamy peanut butter and sweet ripe bananas into a warm, gooey snack. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, these bars are incredibly easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Packed with energy-boosting nutrients, they’re perfect for busy lifestyles and guaranteed to bring smiles to your family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats and any desired add-ins (e.g., chocolate chips).
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; slice into squares once completely cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. - Add-ins like nuts or dried fruit can enhance flavor and texture. - For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water.