Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable)

Naturally sweet no-bake bites with banana, oats, and chocolate chips. Ready in 10 minutes for healthy snacking.

# 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

# Preparation steps:

01 - Mash the ripe banana in a large bowl until completely smooth with no lumps remaining.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir thoroughly until fully incorporated and creamy.
03 - Fold in rolled oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and mini chocolate chips. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture holds together when pressed.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to roll into balls. This step is optional but recommended for best results.
05 - Using your hands, scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place each ball on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
06 - Transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The whole process takes literally ten minutes and requires zero cooking which means you can make them in your pajamas or between conference calls without heating up your kitchen.
  • These little balls keep you satisfied for hours thanks to the combination of healthy fats protein and natural sugars so you will not find yourself scavenging for snacks an hour later.
02 -
  • If your dough feels too wet to roll add another tablespoon of oats and if it is too dry add a tiny splash of water or more nut butter until it comes together.
  • These energy balls freeze beautifully so you can double the batch and keep some in the freezer for emergencies like late night cravings or unexpected guests.
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly with water before rolling to prevent sticking without adding extra oil or flour to the recipe.
  • Use a cookie scoop instead of a spoon for perfectly uniform balls that look like they came from a professional bakery.
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