Can I use frozen bananas for this recipe?

Absolutely! Frozen bananas work great in this recipe. Just thaw them and mash them up. They’ll add the same sweetness and moisture to your bars.

How do I store the Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars?

Store these healthy banana snack bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to three months!

Can I make these bars vegan?

Yes! To make vegan peanut butter banana bars, substitute the eggs with flax eggs or applesauce. Use a plant-based butter and ensure your chocolate chips are dairy-free.

What can I serve with these bars?

These easy banana dessert bars pair wonderfully with a glass of milk or a scoop of yogurt. You can also enjoy them with a cup of coffee for a delightful afternoon treat!

Can I add other mix-ins to the bars?

Definitely! Feel free to add nuts, seeds, or even dried fruits to customize your bars. Just keep in mind that this may change the texture slightly, but it’ll be delicious!

Easy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Banana Bread Bars

Description

Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars topped with a Peanut Butter Oat Streusel.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 large eggs
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 4 medium ripe bananas)
1 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter (for streusel)
1/2 cup light brown sugar (for streusel)
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats (for streusel)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (for streusel)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, and light brown sugar until smooth.
Add the vanilla and eggs, mixing until well combined.
In another bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, baking powder, and baking soda.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
In a separate bowl, mix together the ingredients for the streusel until crumbly.
Sprinkle the streusel mixture over the top of the batter.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
These bars can be frozen for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 250
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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