Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe
Introduction
These Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a delicious and wholesome treat perfect for any time of day. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and packed with oats and peanut butter, they offer a chewy texture with bursts of chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup oats
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then add the peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips. Mix everything thoroughly until combined.
- Step 2: Spread the mixture evenly into a greased or lined baking pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the bars are set and lightly golden around the edges. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Tips & Variations
- For a nuttier flavor, try using crunchy peanut butter or add chopped nuts to the mix.
- Swap chocolate chips for dried fruit or seeds for different textures and flavors.
- If you prefer a sweeter bar, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup into the mixture.
Storage
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. They can be enjoyed cold or warmed slightly in the microwave before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use another nut butter instead of peanut butter?
Yes, almond butter or cashew butter work well as alternatives and will give a slightly different but delicious flavor.
Are these bars gluten-free?
They are gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats. Always check the oat packaging to confirm.
PrintFlourless Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe
These Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a wholesome and delicious treat made with simple, natural ingredients. Perfect as a snack or breakfast option, they combine ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, oats, and melty chocolate chips into a gluten-free, flourless bar that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the creamy peanut butter and rolled oats to the mashed bananas and mix well until all ingredients are fully combined. Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
- Spread Into Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Spread the mixture evenly into the pan, pressing it down gently to compact the bars.
- Bake Until Set: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the bars are firm and lightly golden on top. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Use gluten-free oats to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Let the bars cool completely to help them set and hold together better.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
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