Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars
Chewy, hearty oat bars loaded with peanut butter and ripe banana—no baking required. These portable bites are perfect for backpackers who want quick, sustained energy on the trail.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Small pan or tray
- parchment paper
- Cooler or ice pack
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana mashed
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix oats, peanut butter, mashed banana, honey, cinnamon, and salt until sticky and uniform.
- Press mixture into a parchment-lined pan (about 8x8 inches).
- Chill in cooler or with an ice pack for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Cut into bars and pack for the trail.
Notes
Bars hold up well for a couple of days without refrigeration. Great for backpacking or long paddling trips where energy is needed on the go.