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No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites

No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites for Quick, Healthy Snacking

No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites are the perfect quick snack, combining sweet bananas, oats, and nut butter for a healthy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 1/2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats can substitute quick oats for a softer bite
  • 2 medium Ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup Nut butter (peanut or almond) natural varieties recommended
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup use honey for richer flavor
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract for aromatic depth
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 cup Mini chocolate chips for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Chopped nuts customize based on preference

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas until smooth, then stir in 1/2 cup of nut butter, 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
  2. Gradually fold in 1 1/2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats until completely coated, adjusting with more oats if too wet.
  3. Stir in any optional ingredients like 1/4 cup of mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts, ensuring even distribution.
  4. Shape the mixture into 12 to 14 equal-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter, pressing firmly.
  5. Place the formed bites on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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