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Ripe bananas are the star of the Nutty Banana Bliss Bars, contributing natural sweetness, moisture, and a host of essential vitamins and minerals. Rich in potassium, bananas help regulate blood pressure and support heart health. They also provide vitamin C, which is crucial for immune function, and vitamin B6, which plays a key role in brain health and metabolism. Additionally, the dietary fiber found in bananas aids digestion and helps keep you feeling full longer. Using ripe bananas, which are softer and sweeter, ensures that your bars have a moist texture and a delightful flavor, eliminating the need for added sugars.

Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars

Discover the joy of healthy snacking with Nutty Banana Bliss Bars! These delicious bars are made from ripe bananas, natural peanut butter, and rolled oats, providing a satisfying treat rich in nutrients. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a delightful snack for kids, these bars are easily customizable with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. With their moist texture and wholesome ingredients, they make healthy eating a delight. Explore the recipe, nutritional benefits, and tips for a fun baking experience!
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Ingredients
  

2 ripe bananas, mashed

1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)

1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups rolled oats

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easier removal.

    Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.

      Add Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.

        Incorporate Mix-ins: If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts into the oat batter for added texture and flavor.

          Transfer to Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

            Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

              Cool and Cut: Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting them into squares or bars.

                Store: Once cooled, store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature, or longer in the fridge.

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 12 bars