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Banana Oat Energy Bites

Easy Banana Oat Energy Bites That Boost Your Day Instantly

These Banana Oat Energy Bites are a wholesome snack that offers quick energy and delightful flavor for busy days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Energy Bites
  • 2 ripe bananas Ripe Bananas Mash thoroughly for sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Use old-fashioned oats for texture.
  • 1/2 cup Nut Butter (Peanut, Almond, or Cashew) Offers healthy fats for binding.
  • 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds Boost omega-3s.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional spice for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust for sweetness.
For Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips For a hint of sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries or Raisins Adds chewiness and tang.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes For extra texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Banana Oat Energy Bites
  1. Peel and mash 2 ripe bananas until smooth.
  2. Add 1/2 cup nut butter to the bananas and stir until creamy.
  3. Fold in 1 cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
  4. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, then stir.
  5. Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls.
  6. Arrange bites on a tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Customize with care to maintain balance and avoid overpowering flavors.

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