Banana Bread Energy Balls
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Banana Bread Energy Balls
Description
Banana Bread Energy Balls bring together ingredients like rolled oats, mashed banana, almonds, and pecans, sweetened modestly with maple syrup. Ground cinnamon and vanilla extract add gentle warmth and aroma. The combination is pulse-blended to a consistency that is cohesive yet maintains some texture from the nuts and oats. After shaping into balls and chilling, they firm up as the oats absorb moisture, providing a chewy and satisfying snack.
The flavor profile balances the natural sweetness of banana and maple syrup with the nuttiness of almonds and pecans, accented by cinnamon. These no-bake energy balls rely on blending rather than cooking to bind ingredients together, making preparation straightforward.
The recipe is convenient for preparing quick snacks to have on hand for energy boosts. Chilling the balls before serving helps them hold their shape and improves texture. If the mixture feels too coarse, further pulsing in the food processor helps.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats old fashioned
- 1/2 cup banana from one medium banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a food processor and pulse the mixture for 10 seconds. Scrape down the sides, then blend again until the mixture is fairly smooth, with a slight bit of texture. The dough will likely start to roll around the food processor when it's blended enough.
- Scoop a ball using a medium cookie scoop and roll it in between your hands. Then place it on a parchment lined plate or baking tray. Continue this process until you've used up all the dough.
- Chill the balls for 30 minutes to firm up, then enjoy!
Notes
- If balls do not hold together well, pulse the mixture again in the food processor for a finer texture.
- After rolling, the balls may feel soft but will firm up as the oats absorb the maple syrup during chilling.
- Using a medium cookie scoop helps form uniform-sized balls for even chilling and serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 38mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 117mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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