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Nutritious Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls Recipe

Banana Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit optional

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • If using chocolate chips or dried fruit, fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to help it firm up, making it easier to shape into balls.
  • Once chilled, use your hands to scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  • Place the oatmeal balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue rolling until all the mixture is used up.
  • Store the oatmeal balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage.