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Easy Peanut Butter Banana Oat No-Bake Energy Bites

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These no-bake energy bites are quick, wholesome snacks made with peanut butter, ripe banana, and oats. Perfect for a healthy breakfast, midday boost, or post-workout snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • ½ cup (125g) natural peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) chia seeds (optional)
  • ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Mash one ripe banana in a large mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until smooth, about 2 minutes. Small lumps are fine.
  2. Stir in ½ cup (125g) natural peanut butter and 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey until creamy and combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon (1g) ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir to blend flavors.
  4. Add 1 cup (90g) rolled oats and 1 tablespoon (15g) chia seeds if using. Stir until oats are fully coated and mixture is sticky but manageable, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fold in ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips or substitute with dried fruit or nuts if preferred.
  6. Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of mixture and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Makes about 12-15 bites. If too sticky, chill mixture for 10 minutes before rolling.
  7. Refrigerate energy bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Notes

If mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or more honey. If too wet, add more oats. Chilling the mixture before rolling helps with stickiness. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking. Banana ripeness affects sweetness and texture. Variations include swapping peanut butter for almond or sunflower seed butter, honey for maple syrup for vegan option, or adding cocoa powder for chocolate flavor.

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Keywords: peanut butter, banana, oat, no-bake, energy bites, healthy snacks, quick snack, vegan option, gluten-free

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