Description
These Almond Butter & Banana Energy Balls are a perfect bite-sized snack packed with natural sweetness, healthy fats, and fiber. Made with simple ingredients like ripe banana, almond butter, oats, and optional chia seeds and dark chocolate chips, they provide sustained energy and are easy to prepare without any cooking required.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed (optional for extra fiber)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mash the banana: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana thoroughly until it becomes smooth and creamy, which will help bind the ingredients together.
- Mix remaining ingredients: Stir in the almond butter, rolled oats, chia seeds (or flaxseed), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix everything well until the ingredients are evenly combined into a sticky dough.
- Add chocolate chips: If using, gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips to distribute them throughout the mixture without breaking them.
- Form the energy balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Place these onto a parchment-lined tray ensuring they are spaced evenly.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes. This chilling step firms them up and helps them hold their shape for easy handling and storage.
Notes
- For added crunch, you can toast the rolled oats lightly before mixing.
- These energy balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- To make them vegan, ensure your chocolate chips are dairy-free or omit them entirely.
- You can customize by adding nuts, dried fruits, or seeds as preferred.
- If you want a sweeter bite, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup before mixing.
