Chocolate Banana Oat Bites

Name: Chocolate Banana Oat Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 250 g ripe bananas; 180 g rolled oats; 120 g natural peanut butter; 60 ml maple syrup; 80 g dark chocolate chips; 5 ml vanilla extract; null pinch salt

Difficulty

easy

Time

15m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Very High

These Chocolate Banana Oat Bites are the perfect choice if you're craving a quick, healthy, and delicious snack. They are incredibly easy to make, requiring no baking, so you can whip them up in no time. Ideal for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, or even as a post-workout refuel. The sweetness of the banana and the rich flavor of chocolate create an irresistible combination with the fiber of the oats.

ingredients

12 Servings

250 g ripe bananas180 g rolled oats120 g natural peanut butter60 ml maple syrup80 g dark chocolate chips5 ml vanilla extract0 pinch salt

Steps

Preparation

In a large bowl, thoroughly mash the bananas with a fork until they reach a creamy consistency.

Mixing

Add the rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mashed bananas. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined and you have a firm, sticky dough. Finally, fold in the dark chocolate chips.

Forming & Chilling

With wet hands, form the mixture into approximately 12-15 equally sized balls or bites. Place them on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and become easier to handle.

Serving

Remove from the refrigerator and serve immediately. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Extra Tips

► Use very ripe bananas as they are sweeter and easier to mash.

► If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more oats; if it's too dry, add a bit more peanut butter.

► Experiment with other additions like cinnamon, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 45 g
Calories	438 kcal	197 kcal
Protein	11.1 g	5 g
Fat	21.1 g	9.5 g
Carbohydrate	50.1 g	22.5 g
Fiber	6.2 g	2.8 g
Sugar	25.6 g	11.5 g