Description
Banana Peanut Butter Oat Bars are the perfect on-the-go snack, packed with nutrition and flavor. These homemade bars are made with just six simple ingredients and take about 30 minutes to prepare. Ideal for breakfast or a quick energy boost, these oat bars are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With the wholesome goodness of bananas, oats, and peanut butter, they provide a satisfying blend of protein and fiber that keeps you energized throughout your day. Enjoy them as a post-workout snack or a tasty treat in lunchboxes—everyone will love them!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp. coconut oil (or avocado oil)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- Optional: chocolate chips or dried fruit
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 with a fork until smooth.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and mix until well combined.
- Stir in rolled oats and any optional ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts until evenly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 28-32 minutes until set.
- Let cool for about 30 minutes before lifting out and slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg