Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bars
Looking for a delicious, wholesome treat that’s both satisfying and easy to make? These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bars are just what you need. With a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and chocolate chips, they’re a delightful snack or quick breakfast option. Here’s how you can make them:
Ingredients:
- 3 super 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
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Banana Mixture: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until they are almost smooth. Stir in the smooth peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Add the oats, salt, and baking powder to the banana mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure everything is well incorporated.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in 1/3 cup of the chocolate chips. Reserve the remaining chocolate chips for topping.
- Pour and Smooth: Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool in the pan before slicing them into 6-8 bars.
Nutrition Information:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Calories per Serving: 220 kcal
- Servings: 8 bars
These bars are not only easy to make but also packed with flavor and nutrition. They’re perfect for a quick snack, a pre-workout boost, or a satisfying dessert. Enjoy the rich taste of peanut butter and chocolate in every bite!
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Peanut Butter Chocolatechip Banana Bars
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
3 super 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
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Mash the bananas in a large bowl until almost smooth. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the oats, salt, and baking powder to the banana mixture and mix thoroughly. Fold in 1/3 cup of the chocolate chips, reserving the rest for topping.
Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing into 6-8 bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal