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Recipe By: Cookin
Peanut Butter oat Bars
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
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- ⏰ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🍪 Bake Time: 15-20 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yields: About 8-10 bars
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Directions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is essential to ensure the bars bake evenly, becoming golden and crisp around the edges. Line a baking pan (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease it, so the bars don’t stick when baked. The parchment paper will also make it easy to lift the bars out once they’re done.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful they’ll be, which is important since we're not adding extra sweeteners. Use a fork or potato masher to break them down until they form a smooth, creamy consistency. The mashed bananas act as a natural binder, giving structure to the bars without the need for eggs or additional binding agents.
- Combine the Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add the peanut butter (or almond butter). Stir the mixture until the peanut butter is fully incorporated. The fat and creaminess from the nut butter add richness and a satisfying texture to the bars, making them not only filling but also easy to eat. Then, stir in the rolled oats. Mix everything until all the oats are evenly coated and well combined with the banana and peanut butter mixture. The oats will absorb the moisture from the bananas and peanut butter, giving the bars their chewy texture.
- Press into the Pan: Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture down evenly and compactly. This step is crucial because it ensures that the bars hold together well and bake evenly. If the mixture is not pressed down firmly enough, the bars may crumble after baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown around the edges. The baking time might vary slightly depending on the exact thickness of the mixture, but the top should firm up, and the edges should become slightly crispy. While baking, the bananas will caramelize slightly, giving the bars a natural sweetness and a rich flavor that balances the oats and peanut butter.
- Cool and Slice: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This cooling period helps the bars set and firm up, making them easier to slice without falling apart. After they’ve cooled slightly, lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper (if used) and cut them into squares or bars, depending on your preference. These bars are easy to customize, and if you like, you can sprinkle a little cinnamon or even fold in some chocolate chips or dried fruit before baking.
- Serve and Enjoy: These simple yet delicious oatmeal bars are now ready to enjoy! They’re a perfect snack for when you're on the go or need a quick breakfast option. Packed with natural sweetness, fiber, and protein, they will keep you feeling full and energized throughout the day
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