Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable)

No-bake energy bites with mashed banana, oats, and chocolate chips. Naturally sweet, ready in 10 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 Make:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined.
02 - Add oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together and all ingredients are evenly distributed.
03 - Refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up. This step is optional but recommended for easier shaping.
04 - Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place each ball on a parchment-lined tray.
05 - Transfer the balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy 10-minute preparation with no cooking required.
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey or maple syrup.
  • Packed with fiber-rich oats and healthy fats from nut butter.
  • A versatile snack that can easily be made vegan or nut-free.
02 -
  • Use mini chocolate chips to ensure even distribution throughout the mixture.
  • If the mixture is too wet, add a tablespoon more oats; if too dry, add a touch more nut butter.
  • Ensure your oats are certified gluten-free if you have a gluten sensitivity.
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