Peanut Butter Banana Bars
This recipe only has less than 10 ingredients and couldn’t be easier to make.
The peanut butter not only adds a delicious flavor, but it also adds a nice boost of fat and protein, making these even more filling and satisfying as a snack.
I love making these bars ahead of time to have on hand for the week. Anything that saves time for breakfast or snacks - or that gives me a ready-to-go dessert - is such a win in my book.
Store these bars in airtight container at room temp. They’ll last for 3-4 days. You can also make a batch to freeze for up to 3 months. Simply microwave when you’re ready to eat.
Ingredients
3 super ripe bananas
1/4 cup smooth, natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup oats
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Add the bananas to a large bowl and mash until almost smooth. Add in the peanut butter and vanilla extract and mix well.
Add in the oats, salt, and baking powder and mix to combine. Fold in 1/3 cup of the chocolate chips, reserving the rest for the top of the bars.
Pour the mixture into the loaf pan, using a spoon or spatula to smooth it out on top. Add the remaining chocolate chips to the top of the bars. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool and cut into 6-8 pieces.
