Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable Version)

No-bake energy balls with banana, oats, almond butter, and chocolate chips. Ready in 10 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 large ripe banana, mashed
02 - 1.5 cups rolled oats
03 - 0.5 cup almond butter or peanut butter
04 - 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup

→ Add-ins

05 - 0.33 cup mini chocolate chips
06 - 0.25 cup ground flaxseed
07 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# Directions:

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 to 30 minutes to firm up.
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 Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy: prepared in just 10 minutes.
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe banana and honey or maple syrup.
  • No baking required, making it a great no-fuss treat.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and easily adaptable for different diets.
02 -
  • Refrigerate the mixture before rolling to make it easier to handle and firm up.
  • Use a fork or potato masher to get the banana perfectly smooth.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to one week.
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