Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable Version)

No-bake energy balls made with mashed banana, oats, almond butter, and mini chocolate chips. A naturally sweet portable snack ready in just 10 minutes.

# 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 Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, mash the banana until completely smooth with no large lumps remaining.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir vigorously until fully incorporated and creamy.
03 - Add oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Mix thoroughly 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 uniform balls.
05 - Using your hands, scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
06 - Transfer energy balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Allow to come to room temperature for 5 minutes before serving for optimal texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No oven required, so you can make them even when it is too hot to bake
  • Naturally sweetened with fruit and honey, no refined sugar crash
  • They keep perfectly in the fridge for grab and go moments
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water or nut butter and mix again
  • Wet your hands slightly before rolling to keep the dough from sticking to your palms
03 -
  • Use truly ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for the best sweetness and binding power
  • Let the mixture chill completely before rolling, otherwise the balls will not hold their shape
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