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a banana protein ball with a bite taken out of it.

Banana Protein Balls

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  • Author: Jessica Hoffman
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 balls
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Banana Protein Balls only take 15 minutes to make and are perfect for a quick and healthy energizing snack!


Ingredients

Units
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana (about 1 medium banana)
  • 1/4 cup nut butter of choice
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup protein powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • pinch of salt
  • 3 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)
  • tbsp raw cane sugar + 1/2 tsp cinnamon to roll (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mash the banana in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the nut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract and mix to combine.
  3. Next add the almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and chocolate chips.
  4. Mix together until it forms a dough. If the dough feels too wet, add some more almond flour or protein powder.
  5. Optionally roll in cinnamon sugar, then place in the fridge to set for at least one hour.
  6. Store in a sealed container in the fridge for 5 days or in the freezer up to 2 months.

Notes

  • Add 1/4 cup of any mix-ins you love.
  • If the dough is too wet, add more almond flour or protein powder
  • If too dry, add nut butter or maple syrup.
  • Taste the dough before rolling and adjust sweetness or spices if needed.
  • Chill the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes if it feels sticky.
  • Use a tablespoon scoop so the balls are even in size.
  • Store in the fridge or freezer.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g