These Banana Oat Energy Bites are a quick and nutritious snack option, perfect for on-the-go energy. Made with simple ingredients like ripe bananas, oats, and nut butter, they are both delicious and satisfying.
This recipe is easy to follow and requires no baking, making it a great choice for a healthy snacks recipe that can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Quick and Easy Banana Oat Energy Bites
These energy bites combine the natural sweetness of bananas with the wholesome goodness of oats and nut butter. They take about 15 minutes to prepare and yield around 12 bites, making them a perfect snack for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Add Extras: If desired, fold in chocolate chips, dried fruit, or chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.
- Form Bites: Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.
- Chill: Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve: Enjoy the energy bites as a quick snack or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bites
- Calories: 100kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
