Description
Peanut Butter Banana Bars are the perfect summer snack, combining the creamy richness of peanut butter and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas into a chewy, nutritious treat. Ideal for picnics, post-workout boosts, or guilt-free desserts, these bars require minimal ingredients and are loved by both kids and adults. Whip up a batch effortlessly and enjoy a delightful snack that keeps you energized throughout those sunny days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), rolled oats, baking powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and slightly springy in the center.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use overripe bananas for extra sweetness. - Substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for allergy-friendly options. - Add chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.