High-Protein Banana Energy Balls
These High-Protein Banana Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and nut butter, perfect for a quick energy boost anytime.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas Should be mashed until smooth
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup plant-based protein powder Use your preferred flavor
- 1/4 cup nut butter Almond or peanut butter recommended
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts Optional for additional flavor and texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Mash the ripe bananas in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Add the rolled oats, plant-based protein powder, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas.
- Mix everything together until it's well combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls using your hands.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the energy balls on it.
- Chill the energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
These energy balls are excellent for meal prep, perfect for snacks throughout the week. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to three months.