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Easy Peanut Butter Banana Oat Energy Balls Recipe Kids Love to Make

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A quick and easy snack recipe featuring peanut butter, ripe bananas, and oats that kids can help make. These energy balls are wholesome, naturally sweetened, and perfect for busy families.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats (about 135 grams)
  • ½ cup peanut butter (about 125 grams), creamy or chunky
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Mash 2 ripe bananas in a mixing bowl with a fork or potato masher until smooth but slightly chunky (2-3 minutes).
  2. Stir in ½ cup peanut butter and 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup if using until fully incorporated and creamy (about 2 minutes). Add a teaspoon of water or milk if mixture is too dry.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt; stir well to combine.
  4. Mix in 1 ½ cups rolled oats and 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds if using. Stir until oats are evenly coated and mixture is sticky but manageable (about 3 minutes). Adjust oats or peanut butter if mixture is too wet or dry.
  5. Fold in ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or raisins if desired.
  6. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll between palms to form balls. Dampen hands with water if mixture sticks. Place balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
  7. Chill energy balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Use ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness and binding. Adjust oats or peanut butter to achieve a sticky but manageable mixture. Chill energy balls to help them hold shape. For nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini. Toast oats lightly for extra nutty flavor. Store in airtight container; freeze with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.

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