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4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars Recipe

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars Recipe

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5.1 from 8 reviews
  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars are a quick, healthy, and delicious treat made with ripe bananas, natural peanut butter, oats, and a touch of vanilla. Perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast on the go, they are naturally sweetened and lightly chocolatey with added chocolate chips. Easy to prepare and gluten-free depending on your oat choice, these bars balance creamy peanut butter and soft banana flavors with wholesome oats.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 very ripe bananas
  • 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups instant or quick cooking oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (divided)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier after baking.
  2. Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until almost smooth. Add the smooth peanut butter and vanilla extract, then mix thoroughly until combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the oats, salt, and baking powder. Fold in one-third of the chocolate chips gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter while reserving the rest for topping.
  4. Transfer to Pan and Add Toppings: Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly on top to add a nice texture and melty chocolate bursts for finishing.
  5. Bake and Cool: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. After baking, let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into 6-8 even pieces for serving.

Notes

  • For gluten-free bars, ensure you use certified gluten-free oats.
  • You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit for variation.
  • Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moist texture.
  • The bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • These bars make a great on-the-go breakfast or post-workout snack.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (based on 8 bars per recipe)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Peanut butter banana bars, healthy snack, easy breakfast bars, 4 ingredient bars, banana oat bars, peanut butter snacks, chocolate chip bars

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