Description
Delicious and healthy No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites that are quick to make and perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast. These energy bites combine mashed ripe banana, rolled oats, nut butter, and warm cinnamon flavor, with an optional touch of mini chocolate chips for extra indulgence. Ready in just 10 minutes without any cooking or baking, they are ideal for busy lifestyles and provide a great energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mash the banana: In a bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth to create a moist base for the energy bites.
- Combine ingredients: Add the rolled oats, peanut butter or almond butter, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mashed banana. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is well combined.
- Add optional chocolate chips: If desired, gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the mixture for a touch of sweetness and texture.
- Form the bites: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls approximately 1 inch in diameter to create uniform energy bites.
- Chill: Place the formed energy bites onto a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up, which helps them hold their shape.
- Serve: Enjoy these energy bites straight from the fridge as a quick, nutritious snack or a convenient breakfast option.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and texture.
- The nut butter can be substituted with any preferred variety such as cashew or sunflower seed butter to accommodate allergies.
- Honey can be replaced with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Refrigerate leftover bites in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds.
- These bites can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw before serving.
