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Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

  • Author: Home Baker Extraordinaire

Description

These wholesome Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. Packed with natural sweetness from ripe bananas, protein-rich peanut butter, and hearty oats, they’re both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • For the bars:
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • For the topping (optional):
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Mix well until fully combined.
  4. Stir in the oats, cinnamon, and salt until everything is evenly incorporated.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
  8. For the topping (if using): Drizzle melted peanut butter and honey over the cooled bars, then sprinkle with chopped peanuts.

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. For firmer bars, chill before serving. These can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Find it online: https://exorecipes.com/banana_peanut_butter_oatmeal_bars/