9-Step Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Pancake Bake with Chocolate Chips – Fluffy, Cozy & Meal-Prep Friendly

Oh my dear friends… this is what I make when I want pancakes, but I don’t want to stand flipping them at the stove.

This Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Pancake Bake with Chocolate Chips is soft, fluffy, naturally sweetened, and baked into one cozy sliceable dish. It’s like a thick pancake meets banana bread — but easier, healthier, and perfect for meal prep.

The peanut butter melts slightly into the batter. The bananas add natural sweetness and moisture. The chocolate chips? They create little gooey pockets of joy throughout.

It’s wholesome enough for breakfast… but let’s be honest — it tastes like dessert.

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Now let’s bake something fluffy and fabulous.

Overview of Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Pancake Bake

This pancake bake is:

• Naturally sweetened
• Gluten-free friendly
• High in protein
• Made in one bowl
• Perfect for meal prep
• Kid-approved

Why You’ll Love It

Unlike stovetop pancakes, this bake requires no flipping. Just mix, pour, and bake. Slice it into squares and you’ve got breakfast ready for days.

The texture is tender and fluffy with slightly crisp edges — exactly what you want from a pancake.

Full Ingredient List (Serves 9 Squares)

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Wet Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup mashed)
• 1/3 cup (80g) natural peanut butter (smooth)
• 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey or pure maple syrup
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup (100g) oat flour (certified gluten-free if needed)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Add-Ins

• 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Optional Additions:
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• 1–2 tablespoons milk (if batter is too thick)

Ingredient Secrets for the Fluffiest Bake

Bananas

Use deeply spotted bananas for natural sweetness.

Peanut Butter

Natural peanut butter gives best flavor. Stir well before measuring.

Greek Yogurt

Adds protein and keeps the bake moist.

Oat Flour

Creates tender pancake-like texture.

Tools You’ll Need

• 8×8 baking dish
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Parchment paper

How to Make Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Pancake Bake

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Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line or grease an 8×8 baking dish.

Step 2: Mash Bananas

Mash bananas until smooth with small chunks remaining.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

• Mashed bananas
• Peanut butter
• Greek yogurt
• Honey or maple syrup
• Eggs
• Vanilla

Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

Add:

• Oat flour
• Baking powder
• Salt

Stir gently until combined.

If batter feels too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons milk.

Step 5: Fold in Chocolate Chips

Fold in chocolate chips.

Reserve a few for topping.

Step 6: Bake

Pour batter into prepared dish.

Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.

Bake for 25–30 minutes.

Edges should be golden.

Center should feel set but soft.

Step 7: Cool & Slice

Let cool 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Cut into 9 squares.

Serve warm.

What to Serve with Pancake Bake

• Drizzle of maple syrup
• Extra peanut butter
• Fresh berries
• Greek yogurt
• Warm coffee

It’s also delicious cold straight from the fridge.

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Don’t overbake — keep center soft
• Use ripe bananas
• Let cool before slicing
• Store overnight for deeper flavor
• Add chopped peanuts for crunch

Storage Instructions

Room Temperature:
Up to 2 days.

Refrigerator:
Up to 5 days.

Freezer:
Freeze squares individually up to 2 months.

Reheat 15–20 seconds in microwave.

Nutritional Information (Per Square – 9 Squares)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	210
Protein	8g
Carbohydrates	22g
Sugar	10g
Fat	10g
Fiber	2g
Sodium	140mg

Balanced, satisfying, and energizing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes — use dairy-free yogurt.

Can I use almond butter?
Absolutely.

Can I reduce sweetener?
Yes, bananas provide natural sweetness.

Can I add protein powder?
Yes — replace 2 tablespoons oat flour with protein powder.

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• Added chia seeds?
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