Description
Peanut butter chocolate chip banana bars deliver a perfect harmony of sweet and nutty flavors. Rich banana-infused bars packed with chocolate chips provide a delightful treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 bananas, super ripe
- 1 ¼ cups instant or quick cooking oats
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- ¼ cup smooth, natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and preparing a loaf pan with a protective lining of parchment paper or a light grease coating.
- Transform ripe bananas into a smooth, creamy texture using vigorous mashing techniques in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Integrate peanut butter and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas, stirring until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
- Incorporate dry ingredients – oats, salt, and baking powder – into the banana blend, ensuring thorough and even distribution.
- Gently fold two-thirds of the chocolate chips into the developing batter, reserving the remaining portion for a decorative topping.
- Transfer the complete mixture into the prepared loaf pan, carefully leveling the surface with a spatula for an even bake.
- Elegantly scatter the remaining chocolate chips across the top of the batter, creating a visually appealing and flavor-enhanced surface.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until a inserted knife emerges clean and indicates complete cooking.
- Allow the baked creation to cool completely before slicing into 6-8 delectable bars, ensuring clean and precise cuts.
Notes
- Swap ripe bananas for an ultra-moist, naturally sweet base that eliminates the need for added sugar.
- Combine peanut butter and oats to create a protein-packed, gluten-friendly breakfast or snack bar that keeps you energized.
- Mashing bananas completely smooth ensures a consistent texture and helps bind ingredients without extra eggs or flour.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips both inside and on top for delightful bursts of chocolatey goodness in every single bite.
- Cool bars completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and help them hold their shape perfectly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg