Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Print Version)

No-bake energy balls featuring ripe banana, oats, and chocolate chips for quick, nutritious 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 tsp vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
02 - Add almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
03 - Add oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Mix well until the mixture holds together.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to firm up (optional but recommended).
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 Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in under ten minutes with zero baking required
  • Naturally sweetened with fruit and just enough honey to satisfy any sugar craving
02 -
  • The mixture might seem too sticky at first but chilling it is the game changer that makes rolling effortless
  • If your balls are falling apart, the mixture probably needs more time in the fridge or another tablespoon of oats
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly with water before rolling to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms
  • If your bananas arent quite ripe enough, add an extra tablespoon of honey to compensate
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