Banana Chocolate Balls
Satisfy your sweet cravings with these delicious banana chocolate balls! Bursting with the rich flavors of chocolate and natural sweetness from ripe bananas, these chewy treats are not only easy to make but also healthy. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a post-workout snack, they can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whip them up in minutes and enjoy a delightful guilt-free indulgence any time of day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 39 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in cocoa powder and rolled oats until well combined.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup, mixing until you have a sticky dough.
- Fold in optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating coconut flakes or swapping cocoa powder for carob powder. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.