Peanut Butter Banana Power Balls
Looking for a quick, easy healthy snack?! These protein balls are for you! I think I’ve made at least 300 of them this month LOL- my boyfriend is obsessed. They are packed with protein, fiber and energy to get you through the day. These protein balls are great for an on the go light breakfast, morning or afternoon snack. I’ve also shared this recipe with my cousin, who is a new mom, and finds them so helpful during night feeding hours. They only take 15 minutes! See recipe below…
Enjoy for a quick snack or on the go breakfast! Snack serving is about 2-4 balls. You can go up to 5-6 for a mini meal. Optional to pair with a protein shake or organic raw milk.
Recipe:
Servings: ~35 balls per batch
Ingredients:
3-4 ripe bananas (mashed)
1/3 cup peanut butter (preferably organic)
1 3/4 cup oats (you can add up to 2 cups if the texture is too slimy)
3 servings protein powder (my favorites: Equip, Truvani, or Earth Fed)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (dark chocolate is preferred)
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking sheet with organic butter.
Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth (a fork or potato masher works well).
Add oats, peanut butter, and protein powder to the mashed bananas, and mix until well combined. If the mixture is too liquidy, add a little more oats and protein powder to reach the desired consistency.
Stir in chocolate chips.
Roll the mixture into 1.5-2 tablespoon-sized balls and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12 minutes or until golden and firm.
Allow the bites to cool, then enjoy!
Tips
Organic ingredients are always a great choice! For peanut butter, look for options with only peanuts and sea salt—avoid added sugars and palm oil. Some of my favorite brands are Teddy’s, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods.
Oats: I recommend using organic quick-cooking or rolled oats, which are convenient and nutritious. They’re usually sold in larger containers, so stock up!
Chocolate: Choose dark chocolate chips over milk chocolate—dark chocolate has more antioxidants and magnesium.
Protein powder: When choosing a protein powder, opt for clean, simple ingredients you can pronounce. Avoid artificial sweeteners like sucralose, saccharin, and sugar alcohols, as they can upset your digestive system and disrupt your gut microbiome. I’ll be sharing more on this topic soon, but for sensitive stomachs, I recommend Equip protein (beef-based) for its gentle digestion.
Bananas: Bananas are on the Clean 15 list, meaning you can buy non-organic if needed, though I always try to go organic when possible.
Bonus Tip: My boyfriend swears pairing these with milk is the best combo. If you're not lactose intolerant, consider using high-quality organic raw milk from a local farm for added calcium and protein. However, be mindful of the dairy industry's use of antibiotics and hormones!
I hope you enjoy these! I would love to hear your thoughts if you try them!