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Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 220
Delicious and healthy oatmeal bars packed with bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy (see notes)
  • 0.25 cup coconut oil (or your favorite oil)
  • 2 large ripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup (sub with honey)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3.5 cups old fashioned rolled oats (quick oats may be subbed but less texture)
  • 0.5 cup mini dark chocolate chips (or your favorite)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Heat peanut butter and coconut oil until melted; add mashed bananas, maple syrup, egg, and baking powder, whisk until combined.
  • Stir in oats until coated evenly, then fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour mixture into prepared pan, smooth top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and set.
  • Cool on wire rack, then cut into bars and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle with sea salt or drizzle with honey before serving.
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana, oatmeal, peanut butter