Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Bars Recipe
These Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Bars are a delicious and simple treat combining ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate chips. Naturally gluten-free and easy to make, they are perfect as a healthy snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the bars.
- Mash the bananas: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no large chunks.
- Combine ingredients: Add the peanut butter to the mashed bananas and mix well until fully incorporated. Then fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
- Prepare the baking pan: Lightly grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Pour and spread: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to form a flat surface.
- Bake the bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- You can use crunchy peanut butter to add texture if desired.
- For a vegan option, ensure chocolate chips are dairy-free.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars are naturally gluten-free due to the absence of flour.
- Ripe bananas work best for sweetness and moisture.
Keywords: Flourless, Peanut Butter, Banana Bars, Gluten-Free, Healthy Dessert, Easy Snack
