No-Bake Banana Bread Protein Balls for a Boost of Energy

These No-Bake Banana Bread Protein Balls are a quick and nutritious snack, perfect for an energy boost.

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Prep Time 20

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 20

Servings: 12 balls

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Rolled Oats Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
0.25 cups Ground Flaxseed Can substitute with chia seeds.
1 scoop Protein Powder Choose plant-based or whey.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Opt for fresh spices for better flavor.
0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
1 pinch Salt Fine sea salt works best.

For the Mixture

3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use bananas with brown spots for optimal flavor.
0.5 cups Peanut Butter Almond butter makes a great alternative.
0.25 cups Honey Replace with maple syrup for a vegan option.

Equipment

mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, ground flaxseed, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add mashed bananas, peanut butter, and honey to the dry mixture, and mix until fully combined.
Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Shape the Protein Balls: Roll the chilled mixture into balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Chill Again: Place the balls onto the baking sheet and chill for another hour.
Store and Enjoy: Transfer the protein balls to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for best results and store in an airtight container to keep fresh.

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