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These delicious Banana Oatmeal Energy Balls will get you through your day! Just mix, roll and enjoy this no-bake healthy snack.
As a working mama – I get up ridiculously early (it’s like 4:30) and start my day with a little work, then I get right onto wrangling kids: getting them dressed, fed and ready for the day, refereeing my kids and their morning squabbles – and also, you know – making myself presentable for the outside world. I’m in the car with boys (hair done, teeth brushed, breakfast eaten, clothes on), backpacks, lunches, homework, and whatever else we need to remember that day.
Oftentimes, I end up taking care of everyone but myself, so when I’m at my desk, I’m suddenly aware that I’m starving because I forgot to feed myself!
By then, of course – I need to get rolling with work – and I need something to keep me going til lunch.
NO BAKE ENERGY BALLS
These are no-bake energy balls, just mix, roll and you’re done!
GLUTEN-FREE
These are gluten-free if you ensure you use certified gluten-free oats
FREEZER FRIENDLY
Make ahead and freeze! They’re great in lunch boxes!
Coffee is my one true love, but sometimes – it’s just not enough!
Ingredients:
The full list of ingredients and quantities is found in the printable recipe card below.
Simple ingredients that take only a few minutes to mix up (no food processor required!), then roll, and bring to work. I don’t make these too much ahead – the fresh bananas taste best same day (and the banana chips stay crispy!) so I make this small batch and split it between my husband’s and my lunch bag, so we can both get what we need that day.
- Banana – this is not the time for the old, black bananas off your counter. These are no bake energy balls, so we want the banana to be ripe, but not black.
- Old Fashioned Oats – these are chunkier than their quick cook counterparts. You may substitute quick cook oats, but the balls will be less textured.
- Peanut Butter – you may sub cashew or almond butters if you prefer.
- Honey – raw honey adds a touch of sweetness. Yum! Maple syrup is a good substitute if you need one.
- Cinnamon – use as much or as little as you like.
- Chia Seeds – find these in the health food section of the grocery store. They’re full of fiber and kind of fabulous.
- Dried Banana Chips – I buy these in the produce section of the grocery store.
How to make Energy Balls:
- Mash the banana in a mixing bowl, and add the remaining ingredients.
- Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the mixture into balls and place in mini muffin cups (so they don’t stick)
- Devour.
Kylee’s Notes & FAQs
- Roll them and add to mini cupcake liners for easy portability
- Add some quick oats if the mixture seems to wet and un-roll-able
- Mix it up! Use some raisins, or some dried apples (and some cinnamon)
- Make ahead and freeze! They’re great in lunch boxes!
- Add protein powder for a boost (adjust your liquid levels to accommodate)
- Any nut butter will do – I recommend almond butter, cashew butter or peanut butter.
- A little vanilla extract is a great way to add a different flavor
- Coconut flakes are AWESOME in this energy ball recipe!
- More energy ball recipes?
- Peanut Butter Protein Balls – all you need to do is mix, roll and chill. A simple snack, guaranteed to hold you over till meal time!
- No Bake Protein Balls (cranberry/chocolate/granola) – packed with flavor, these are perfect for on the go snacking!
- No-Bake Energy Bites from Tornadough Alli
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Banana Oatmeal Energy Balls
Ingredients
OPTIONAL
- 2 tbs quick cooking oats (optional)
Instructions
- Mash the banana in a mixing bowl, and add the remaining ingredients.
- Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the mixture into balls and place in mini muffin cups (so they don’t stick)
- Devour.
Tips & Notes:
- Roll them and add to mini cupcake liners for easy portability
- Add some quick oats if the mixture seems to wet and un-roll-able
- Mix it up! Use some raisins, or some dried apples (and some cinnamon)
- Make ahead and freeze! They’re great in lunch boxes!
- Add protein powder for a boost (adjust your liquid levels to accommodate)
- Any nut butter will do – I recommend almond butter, cashew butter or peanut butter.
- A little vanilla extract is a great way to add a different flavor
- Coconut flakes are AWESOME in this energy ball recipe!
nutrition facts
Nutritional Disclaimer
Recipes written and produced on Kylee Cooks are for informational purposes only. Kylee is not a certified nutritionist. Nutritional data provided on Kylee Cooks has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration.
Update: This was originally posted in 2017, and has been updated to improve reader experience.
