Description
Delight in the simplicity of our 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars, a wholesome treat perfect for any time of day. These bars are not only quick to make but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Made from ripe bananas and natural peanut butter, they offer a sweet, satisfying snack that’s rich in protein. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as an afternoon treat, or a post-workout boost, these easy-to-follow bars can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. In just under 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will keep you energized throughout your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 very ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup instant or quick cooking oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with grease or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
- Mix in the natural peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the oats, salt, and baking powder until fully blended, then fold in half of the chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg