No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites
These No-Bake Banana Cinnamon Energy Bites are the perfect snack for a quick energy boost! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and honey, they’re deliciously sweet, full of flavor, and packed with nutrients. Ideal for a busy lifestyle or a midday trea
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 energy bites (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Snack, Healthy
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
- Add the rolled oats, peanut butter (or almond butter), honey (or maple syrup), ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
- If using, add the chia seeds or flaxseeds and mix until fully incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- You can substitute the peanut butter with any nut butter of your choice (such as almond, cashew, or sunflower butter).
- If you prefer a sweeter bite, add a little more honey or maple syrup.
- You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or chopped nuts to customize the bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite (out of 12)
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 3g