Peanut Butter Banana No-Bake Energy Bites

Packed with hearty oats, creamy peanut butter, bananas, and a sprinkling of chocolate, these no-bake Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites make the perfect, on-the-go breakfast, snack, or even dessert!

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword energy bite recipe, healthy breakfast, peanut butter recipe

Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings bites

Calories 114

Author Gayle Bialas

Equipment

Ingredients

1¾ cups old-fashioned oats
½ cup mini chocolate chips
1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
½ cup creamy peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
1 ripe banana , mashed

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the oats, chocolate chips, and chia seeds. Set aside.
In a small, microwaveable bowl, add the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 15-20 seconds, or until peanut butter melts slightly, so that it is easier to stir. Remove from microwave and add in vanilla extract and mashed banana. Stir thoroughly until mixture is smooth.
Pour peanut butter mixture over oat mixture and stir to combine, ensuring all of the oats are covered. If the mixture seems too wet, add 1 tablespoon (or more) of oats, until it comes together.
Place bowl into refrigerator and chill for 15-20 minutes, so that mixture holds together and is easier to shape into balls. Form mixture into small balls. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Store energy bites in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refridgerator for up to one week.
Adapted from my Blueberry Almond Butter Energy Bites.

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