Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 ¼ cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup Medjool dates ((about 10 dates with pits removed))
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter
  • ¼ cup chocolate protein powder
  • ⅓ cup ground flaxseed ((see notes))
  • ½ cup mashed banana ((from 1 ripe banana))
  • ⅓ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 2 drops banana extract ((optional, see notes))

Instruction

  • Place the oats and pitted dates in a food processor and pulse a few times to combine.
  • Add the remaining ingredients except for the chocolate chips and pulse for a few seconds.
  • Use a spatula to push down the ingredients and pulse again until the ingredients are combined. Test the batter. It should stick together between your fingers. If not, add a tablespoon or two of maple syrup and pulse to combine.
  • Add the chocolate chips and pulse in short bursts until combined. You can reserve a few chocolate chips to add to the finished energy balls.
  • Roll the dough into bite-size balls, and roll in reserved chocolate chips.
  • Store energy bites in an airtight container to maintain moisture. They can be kept at room temperature for a few days or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.