Description
These No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites are a wholesome, quick, and tasty snack perfect for busy days. Made with natural ingredients like ripe bananas, oats, almond butter, and a hint of cinnamon, these bites offer a nutritious boost without any baking required. They are ideal for breakfast on the go, lunchbox treats, or a healthy afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional)
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mash Banana: In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth to create a moist base for the energy bites.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the oats, almond butter, ground flaxseed, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed banana. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to distribute them throughout the mixture.
- Chill Mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill the mixture for 20–30 minutes to help firm it up and make it easier to roll.
- Form Bites: Once chilled, use your hands to roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls, shaping each bite evenly.
- Store: Place the formed energy bites on a parchment-lined tray or container. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats if you require a gluten-free snack option.
- You can substitute chia seeds for flaxseed or add a scoop of protein powder to increase the nutritional content.
- These bites are perfect for quick snacks, breakfast on the go, or as convenient lunchbox treats.
