Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars for Guilt-Free Snacking

Deliciously chewy Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars made with 7 wholesome ingredients for guilt-free snacking.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

3 medium Ripe Bananas Choose overripe with brown spots.
1 cup Creamy Unsweetened Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter.
1/3 cup Pure Maple Syrup Can be skipped for lower sugar.

For the Structure

2 cups Rolled Oats Ensure certified gluten-free if needed.
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Omit if needed due to dietary restrictions.

For Extra Flavor

1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Can be omitted if not available.
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional.

For Sweetness & Fudginess

1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; use sugar-free if preferred.

Equipment

Baking Pan
mixing bowl
Potato masher
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8” x 8” baking pan with parchment paper.
Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until creamy.
Stir in the peanut butter and maple syrup, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, sea salt, and cinnamon; mix well.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until a thick dough forms.
Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and spread evenly; pat down firmly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, checking at 20 minutes.
Let cool for 10-15 minutes before lifting and transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Customize with different nut butters or mix-ins like nuts and dried fruits for a personalized touch.

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