Can I make these peanut butter banana bars gluten-free or vegan?

Absolutely! To make them gluten-free, simply use certified gluten-free quick-cooking oats. For a vegan version, make sure you're using dairy-free chocolate chips. The rest of the 4-ingredient peanut butter banana bars recipe is naturally vegan!

How do I store and reheat these bars?

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days, or in the fridge for up to a week. To reheat, you can pop one in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for that fresh-baked feel.

What are some healthy substitutions for this recipe?

You can swap the peanut butter for almond butter or a seed butter like sunflower seed butter. For more sweetness without chocolate chips, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.

Why did my peanut butter banana bars turn out soggy?

This usually happens if you didn't use very ripe bananas or if you took them out of the oven too soon. Make sure the knife test comes out clean! Cooling them completely before cutting is also a must.

4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars: The Easiest Treat Ever

Name: 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Bars
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 to 8 bars
Ingredients: 3 very ripe bananas; 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter; 1 1/4 cup instant or quick cooking oats; 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Description

These 4-ingredient peanut butter banana bars are the perfect quick and easy snack. Naturally sweetened and packed with wholesome ingredients like oats and ripe bananas, they’re a delicious, guilt-free treat that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

3 very ripe bananas

1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter

1 1/4 cup instant or quick cooking oats

1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until almost smooth. Add the peanut butter and mix well.
Add the oats, salt, and baking powder and mix to combine. Fold in 1/3 cup of the chocolate chips, reserving the rest for the top.
Pour the mixture into the loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Add the remaining chocolate chips.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bars cool completely before cutting.

Notes

Pro Tip: The riper your bananas are, the sweeter and more moist your bars will be!

Storage: Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Customization: Feel free to swap peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a different flavor or allergy-friendly option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g

Keywords: Peanut butter, banana, oats, chocolate chips, healthy, easy, snack, dessert, breakfast, quick, one-bowl, gluten-free, vegan