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Easy No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Balls Recipe for Quick Healthy Snacks

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A quick and easy no-bake recipe for monster cookie energy balls that are wholesome, delicious, and perfect for on-the-go snacking without the fuss of baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (125g) nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew butter)
  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Mash the banana in a mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few lumps remain (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add nut butter and honey or maple syrup (if using) to the mashed banana and mix thoroughly until creamy (1-2 minutes).
  3. Add rolled oats, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the bowl and mix gently but thoroughly until oats are evenly coated and the texture is sticky but moldable (about 3 minutes). Adjust with a teaspoon of water or nut butter if too dry, or add more oats if too wet.
  4. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently to avoid smashing them.
  5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  6. Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15g) of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet or plate. Repeat until all mixture is used (makes about 15-18 balls).
  7. Chill the energy balls for another 10 minutes before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Notes

Chill the mixture before rolling to make shaping easier and less sticky. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Adjust oats and nut butter to get the right texture. Wet hands with cold water to prevent sticking while rolling. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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