Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable)

Naturally sweet no-bake banana oat energy bites with chocolate chips ready in 10 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 large ripe banana, mashed
02 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
03 - 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

→ Add-ins

05 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
06 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth, then add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract, stirring until thoroughly combined.
02 - Add rolled oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips to the wet mixture, folding and mixing well until the ingredients hold together uniformly.
03 - Refrigerate the combined mixture for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up, allowing for easier handling during shaping.
04 - Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands, placing each ball on a parchment-lined tray as completed.
05 - Transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick 10-minute preparation with zero cooking time.
  • Naturally sweet and suitable for a vegetarian diet.
  • Perfect for healthy meal prep and on-the-go breakfast boosts.
  • Easy to customize with simple household ingredients.
02 -
  • Check all labels to ensure oats are certified gluten-free if required.
  • Be mindful that honey is not suitable for children under 1 year of age.
  • Contains tree nuts (almond butter) and chocolate (may contain dairy or soy).
  • Use mini chocolate chips for an even distribution of sweetness in every bite.
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