Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable Version)

No-bake naturally sweet snack featuring ripe banana, oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips—perfect for on-the-go energy.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Mash the ripe banana in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir thoroughly until fully incorporated and creamy.
03 - Add rolled oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and mini chocolate chips to the wet mixture. 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 uniform balls. This step is optional but recommended for best results.
05 - Using clean hands, scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place completed balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
06 - Transfer energy balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in literally ten minutes with zero cooking required, perfect for when life is moving at warp speed
  • Naturally sweetened with fruit and just enough honey to satisfy cravings without the sugar crash that hits an hour later
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry and crumbly to roll, add another teaspoon of almond butter or a tiny splash of water until it comes together
  • Chilling the mixture first is the difference between effortless rolling and a sticky mess all over your hands
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly with cold water before rolling to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms
  • Use a small cookie scoop for perfectly uniform energy balls that look like they came from a professional bakery
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