These homemade peanut butter banana protein bars are a healthy and satisfying treat, perfect for fueling your body after a workout or as a quick on-the-go snack. Packed with natural protein from peanut butter and added protein powder, these bars are also gluten-free and can easily be customized with your favorite mix-ins. With a chewy texture and sweet banana flavor, these protein bars are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried fruit (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, and honey or maple syrup. Stir until well combined.
- Add the rolled oats, protein powder, flaxseed meal, chia seeds, and any optional add-ins like chopped nuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the baking dish.
- Once cooled, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut into desired-sized bars or squares.
- Store the peanut butter banana protein bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or individually wrap them and freeze for longer storage.
