High Protein Bananada
Fuel your day with the irresistible High Protein Bananada, a wholesome and delicious snack packed with nutrients to keep you energized. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe bananas, rolled oats, and creamy almond butter with a boost from vanilla protein powder, making it the perfect post-workout treat or mid-day pick-me-up. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and loaded with chia seeds, cinnamon, and dark chocolate chips, these bars are as indulgent as they are nourishing. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, you'll have eight chewy, protein-packed bars ready in no time. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or craving a guilt-free dessert, these High Protein Bananada bars are a flavorful and satisfying option that checks all the boxes.
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Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 115 grams rolled oats
- 60 grams vanilla protein powder
- 125 grams almond butter
- 30 ml maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams dark chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.
Step 3
Add the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, almond butter, and maple syrup to the bowl.
Step 4
Stir in the chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt, mixing well to ensure all ingredients are combined.
Step 5
Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges become golden brown and the center is set.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the dish before slicing into 8 bars.
Step 9
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 678 grams (678.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2175 |
| Total Fat 98.30g | 126% |
| Saturated Fat 17.50g | 88% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 1491mg | 65% |
| Total Carbohydrate 229.90g | 84% |
| Dietary Fiber 42.80g | 153% |
| Total Sugars 89.90g | |
| Protein 106.60g | 213% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 997mg | 77% |
| Iron 17mg | 92% |
| Potassium 3018mg | 64% |
Source of Calories