Gluten Free Dreamy Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Elvis Bar
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with these Gluten-Free Dreamy Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Elvis Bars—a wholesome yet decadent treat inspired by the King himself. Packed with naturally sweet mashed bananas and creamy unsweetened peanut butter, these bars are lightly sweetened with maple syrup, making them a healthier yet satisfying snack. Certified gluten-free rolled oats form the base of this texture-rich delight, while optional semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts add a touch of indulgence and crunch. With a hint of warm cinnamon and vanilla, these easy-to-make bars come together in just 10 minutes of prep and bake to golden perfection in 25 minutes. Ideal as a grab-and-go breakfast or a post-workout snack, this recipe is a gluten-free breakfast bar dream come true, offering a balance of wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats (certified gluten-free)
- 1.5 cups Mashed ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup Creamy natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, gluten-free)
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix together the oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
If using chocolate chips and/or walnuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before using the parchment overhang to lift them out.
Once cooled, slice the bars into 12 even pieces and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1157 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 343.3 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.7 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.9 g | ||
| Protein | 75.6 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3202 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
