Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Printable)

No-bake energy bites with banana, oats, almond butter and chocolate chips—ready in just 10 minutes.

# 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 using a fork or potato masher.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add oats, ground flaxseed, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Mix well until the mixture holds together uniformly.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 20-30 minutes to firm up. This step is optional but recommended for easier rolling.
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 Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under ten minutes with zero baking required
  • The natural sweetness from ripe banana means you can cut back on added sugars
  • These keep perfectly in the fridge for grab-and-go breakfasts or afternoon snacks
02 -
  • The mixture might feel too sticky initially, but chilling transforms the texture completely
  • If your dough is still too dry after refrigerating, add a teaspoon of water and mix again
  • These freeze beautifully for up to three months if you want to make extra batches
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent sticking
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing if you prefer consistency
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