These Gluten-Free Zucchini Banana Bars are a delicious and wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of bananas with the nutritional goodness of zucchini. Perfect as a snack or a quick breakfast, these bars are easy to make, packed with fiber, and satisfy your sweet tooth with a touch of chocolate.
Ingredients
- Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 1 ¼ cups banana, mashed (about 3 medium bananas)
- ¼ cup zucchini, shredded and moisture squeezed out
- Optional Add-In:
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Shred the zucchini and squeeze out the excess moisture using a paper towel or clean kitchen cloth.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the peanut butter to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined. Stir in the shredded zucchini.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the gluten-free oats until a thick dough forms. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Shape the Bars: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the dish and press it down firmly, using a spatula or your hands to smooth it out.
- Chill and Set: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or until the bars are firm.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into squares or rectangles.
Conclusion
These Zucchini Banana Bars are a simple, healthy treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family. Whether you’re looking for a snack to power your day or a sweet treat to enjoy with coffee, these bars are a delightful choice. With minimal ingredients and no baking required, they’re a breeze to whip up!
Gluten-Free Zucchini Banana Bars
A gluten-free, no-bake bar made with oats, peanutbutter, banana, zucchini, and chocolate chips. A nutritious snack for any timeof the day!
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter or any nut/seed butter
- 1 ¼ cups banana mashed (about 3 medium bananas)
- ¼ cup zucchini shredded and moisture squeezed out
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Shred the zucchini and squeeze out the excess moisture using a paper towel or clean kitchen cloth.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the peanut butter to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined. Stir in the shredded zucchini.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the gluten-free oats until a thick dough forms. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Shape the Bars: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the dish and press it down firmly, using a spatula or your hands to smooth it out.
- Chill and Set: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or until the bars are firm.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into squares or rectangles.