Best 2 Peanut Butter Banana Bars Healthy Recipes

If you're looking for a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast treat, peanut butter banana bars are a great option. They're packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, and they're naturally sweetened with honey and maple syrup. Plus, they're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them gooey or cakey, with chocolate chips or nuts, there's a recipe out there for everyone. So grab a bowl and preheat your oven, because it's time to make some peanut butter banana bars!

Let's cook with our recipes!

HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER BANANA OATMEAL BARS

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From www.gingerbreadbagels.com. I am making these tonight, but needed to get the nutritional information. I left out the cinnamon, but added it to the recipe. This recipe does not have any oil, butter or pounds of sugar. In fact there's only 1/4 cup of brown sugar.

Provided by Lyssie71

Categories Oatmeal

Time 25m

Yield 8 Squares, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 large mashed banana
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

Mix together the quick cooking oats, light brown sugar, baking powder, kosher salt and ground cinnamon.
Add in the vanilla extract, milk and egg. Mix the ingredients together.
Then add in the mashed banana and peanut butter. Combine all of the ingredients.
Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 8 by 8 inch metal baking pan. Bake at 350 F degrees for 20 minutes.
Cut into squares and enjoy!

PEANUT BUTTER BANANA BARS (HEALTHY)

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These are my favorite go to snack "cake". Each serving fits perfectly in a snack size ziploc, and these freeze beautifully. I put one frozen in my lunch, and when I'm ready for it in the afternoon, it is thawed. Diabetic Exchanges per serving are: 1 Fruit, 1/2 Starch and 1/2 Fat. I am posting the recipe as written, but I always use Splenda. See note at the end of the recipe. Recipe is courtesy of Joanna Lund.

Provided by Doing it Right

Categories Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 egg (or equivalent in egg substitute)
1/4 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
1 cup banana, ripe mashed (3 medium)
1/4 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons sugar substitute
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray an 8 X 8 pan with butter flavored cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine egg, peanut butter and bananas.
Mix well.
Stir in milk.
In a small bowl, combine sugar substitute, flour, baking powder and baking soda.
Add to wet mixture slowly.
Evenly spread battter into prepared pan.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Cut into 8 bars.
NOTE: Make sure your sugar substitute can be used for baking.

Tips:

Use ripe bananas for a sweeter, more flavorful loaf.
Mash the bananas well before adding them to the batter to ensure an even distribution.
Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough loaf.
Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing and serving.
For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour and sugar-free peanut butter.
For a more decadent version, add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter.
Serve the loaf with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

These peanut butter banana bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They are also a great way to use up ripe bananas. With their simple ingredients and quick preparation time, these bars are sure to become a family favorite.