Easy Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites: 5-Minute Recipe
These no-bake energy bites combine ripe banana, peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips for a quick, healthy snack ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout refueling, or a sweet treat without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 12-14 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed (about ½ cup)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mash the banana in a medium mixing bowl until smooth with no large chunks.
- Add the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Mix in the rolled oats, ground flaxseed (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly distributed. The mixture should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes (optional but recommended for easier rolling).
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll into 1-inch balls (about 12-14 bites).
- Place the rolled bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness. If dough is too sticky, chill for 15-20 minutes or add more oats. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or milk. Wet hands with water or oil for easier rolling. Bites taste even better the next day as flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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