Chia Banana Bread Energy Bites
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Chia Banana Bread Energy Bites
Description
These energy bites mix ripe mashed banana with creamy peanut or other nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and toasted walnuts or pecans to form a wholesome base. Rolled oats and chia seeds provide structure and a slight chew, while cinnamon and a pinch of salt add warmth and depth of flavor. The mixture is processed in a food processor until it holds together but retains some nut texture.
Once formed into balls and chilled, they can be drizzled with melted dark chocolate and coconut oil for added richness. Stored in the freezer, the bites keep well and can be enjoyed straight from frozen or slightly softened at room temperature.
Optional protein powder can be added for an extra nutrient boost, and sweeteners or nut butter types can be varied to personal preference. These bites are convenient snacks for on-the-go nourishment.
Ingredients
- ½ cup banana mashed ripe, from 1 medium ripe banana
- 1/3 cup peanut butter creamy natural, or almond butter or pecan butter
- 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup or coconut palm syrup
- 1/2 cup walnuts toasted, or pecans
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats gluten free if desired
- Optional add-in:
- 2 collagen peptides 1 serving scoop (about ¼ cup protein powder
- For the drizzle:
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips dairy free if desired
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Add all ingredients (besides ingredients for the drizzle) to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until they are well combined and come together like cookie dough. You should still have some chunks of nuts. FYI: you may need to stop a few times and scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Process again until combined.
- Use a medium cookie scoop to grab dough and then roll into balls. You should get about 18 balls. Place energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals until chocolate is melted. Drizzle over balls, then place back in the freezer for 10 minutes. Balls should be kept in an airtight container in the freezer and will last up to 3 months. Enjoy them straight from the freezer. If they are too hard, let them sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes.
Notes
- Protein powder is optional and can be replaced with your preferred variety.
- To make a vegan version, use maple syrup or coconut palm syrup and a plant-based protein powder.
- Keep the energy bites frozen; if too hard, let sit at room temperature 5-10 minutes before eating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18energy bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1energy bite | |
| Calories | 129cal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15.1g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.2g | 8% |
| Fat | 6.9g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 10% |
| Sugar | 6.3g | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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