⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 12 servings

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

🍽 Ingredients

• 2 medium Ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup Peanut butter
• 1/2 cup Rolled oats

📖 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. Trust me on this one!
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, mash the bananas really well. I like to use a fork – it's quick and easy. You want a mostly smooth consistency, but a few little lumps are okay, it adds character!
3. Add the peanut butter to the mashed bananas. Stir it in thoroughly until it's evenly combined. This is where things start to get exciting!
4. Add the rolled oats to the mixture. Gently stir until everything is combined. Don't overmix or you could end up with a sticky mess! (learned this the hard way)
5. Grab a small scoop or a spoon and start rolling the mixture into bite-sized balls. These are going to be so yummy. Make them as big or small as you prefer!
6. Place the rolled bites onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one. You want to make sure they don't stick together when baking.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning. Every oven is a little different!
8. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the peanut butter banana bites cool completely before serving. They'll firm up as they cool. Patience is a virtue in baking!

📝 Notes

• If the mixture is too wet, add a little more rolled oats. If it's too dry, add a tiny bit more banana.
• Feel free to get creative with toppings. A drizzle of honey, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or some chopped nuts would be delicious!