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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Banana Protein Oat Balls

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A quick and easy no-bake snack combining peanut butter, banana, oats, and protein powder for a wholesome energy boost.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats (135g)
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (125g)
  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
  • 2 tablespoons honey (30ml) or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup protein powder (30g), optional
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (14g)
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (45g), optional
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Mash the banana in a mixing bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remain, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add peanut butter and honey to the mashed banana and stir vigorously until creamy and well combined, about 1-2 minutes. Warm peanut butter slightly if stiff.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  4. Add rolled oats, protein powder (if using), and ground flaxseed to the wet mixture. Stir until evenly distributed. Adjust texture with water, honey, or oats as needed.
  5. Fold in mini chocolate chips if desired.
  6. Form the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls using hands or a small cookie scoop, yielding about 15-18 balls.
  7. Place balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to one month.

Notes

Use ripe bananas with a few brown spots for best sweetness and stickiness. Stir natural peanut butter well before use to avoid oil separation. Chill the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up and improve handling. Adjust texture by adding water, honey, or oats as needed. For vegan version, swap honey with maple syrup and use plant-based protein powder. Nut-free option available by substituting sunflower seed butter.

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Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, banana, protein, oat balls, energy bites, healthy snack, quick snack, gluten-free, vegetarian

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