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Delicious Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars ready to eat

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars

These delightful bars combine the creamy richness of peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and hearty oats, all studded with delicious chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bar Ingredients
  • 2 cups Rolled oats
  • 3 large Ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup Creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Add the rolled oats, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, use ripe (spotty) bananas. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.