Protein Balls With Banana
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Fork
- 1 Measuring cups set
- 1 Measuring spoons set
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 sheet parchment paper
- 1 plastic wrap roll
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/3 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Peel the banana, place it in the medium mixing bowl, and mash well with a fork until mostly smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana and stir until fully combined.
- In the large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, salt, and cinnamon and mix well.
- Pour the wet banana mixture into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in the mini dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Using your hands or a small scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the protein balls on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Refrigerate the protein balls for an additional 15 minutes to set before serving or storing.
Notes
For best results, use a very ripe banana with brown spots for extra sweetness and easier mashing, and adjust the texture by adding a spoonful of oats if the mixture is too sticky or a drizzle of honey if it feels too dry. Lightly oil your hands or dampen them with water before rolling to prevent sticking, and feel free to swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter if you prefer. These protein balls keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months; let frozen balls sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating for better texture.
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