Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable version)

No-bake treats with banana, oats, almond butter, and chocolate chips. Naturally sweet and perfect for quick snacking.

# What You 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 It:

01 - In a large bowl, mash the banana until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Mix well until the mixture holds together when pressed.
04 - Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm up. This step is optional but recommended for easier rolling.
05 - Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
06 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No oven required and ready in ten minutes flat
  • Naturally sweetened so you wont crash later
  • Perfectly portioned snacks that actually satisfy
02 -
  • Chilling the dough first prevents the mixture from sticking to your hands
  • If the dough feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water or more almond butter
  • These balls firm up significantly in the refrigerator
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for perfectly uniform balls every time
  • Let the mixture sit at room temperature for five minutes before rolling if its too firm
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