No Bake Chocolate Banana Energy Balls Recipe
These No Bake Chocolate Banana Energy Balls are quick, nutritious, and delicious! Perfect for a sweet snack or post-workout boost with wholesome ingredients and no baking required.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Spoon or spatula
- Cookie scoop or measuring spoon
- Storage container
Ingredients
- 2 cups quick oats
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup peanut butter smooth or crunchy
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed ground
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Truvia Nectar natural sweetener
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Cooking No Bake Chocolate Banana Energy Balls Recipe: The Process
- Start by gathering all your ingredients and tools to streamline the process.
- In a mixing bowl, use a fork or potato masher to mash the two ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the quick oats, unsweetened coconut flakes, peanut butter, flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, Truvia Nectar, and mini chocolate chips to the mashed bananas. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined and sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or measuring spoon, portion the mixture and roll into 1-inch diameter balls. Place on a plate or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Place the formed energy balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up and hold their shape.
- After chilling, enjoy your No Bake Chocolate Banana Energy Balls! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for a vegan or nut-free option.
- Use certified gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.