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4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars

4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars for Guilt-Free Snacking

Discover how to make 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars that are healthy and delicious, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 pieces Ripe Bananas Fully ripe for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Any style works; can substitute for sunflower seed butter
  • 1 cup Oats Rolled oats for chewier bars or quick oats for softer consistency
  • 1/3 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Optional; adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • fork or potato masher
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Mash 2 ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth with no large chunks.
  3. Add 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 cup of oats to the mashed bananas, and stir well. Optionally, add 1/3 cup of honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spread evenly, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  5. Let the bars cool completely at room temperature before slicing into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze individually wrapped for up to 2 months.

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