Description
Banana Peanut Butter Oat Bars are a wholesome and satisfying snack, perfect for breakfast, as an afternoon treat, or even a light dessert. Made with just six key ingredients, these bars are not only easy to whip up but also provide a nutritious option that keeps you energized throughout the day. The combination of ripe bananas, natural peanut butter, and rolled oats creates a deliciously chewy texture that’s enhanced by your choice of mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal prep idea or a kid-friendly snack to keep on hand, these Banana Peanut Butter Oat Bars are sure to delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp coconut oil, melted (or avocado oil)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (sub cacao nibs or dried fruit if making vegan)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8" baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil to the mashed bananas; mix until combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats and any optional mix-ins until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 28 to 32 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before lifting out and slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg