Homemade snacks like Banana Oat Bites are a budget-friendly, healthy alternative to store-bought options. They’re quick to make, customizable, and far more cost-effective than supermarket energy balls. Making your own gives you full control over the ingredients while also encouraging kids to enjoy healthier choices through hands-on involvement.
Pre-Workout Banana Oat Energy Bites
Description
Soft, bite-sized energy balls with oats, banana, and just enough sweet binder to hold them together. Great for a quick boost before your workout nutritious, portable, and no baking required.
Ingredients (makes ~15 bites)
Instructions
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Mash banana with oats
In a bowl, mash banana and mix with oats. Adjust oat amount as needed for consistency
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Warm the binder
Briefly warm peanut or almond butter in the microwave (about 15 to 20 seconds) to soften, then add honey or syrup and vanilla if using
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Mix everything together
Combine oats-banana mix with the binder and any add-ins. Mix until uniform
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Form the bites
Use firm pressure (like making a snowball) to roll into 1- 1½ (one and half ) inch balls. If too sticky, chill for 30 minutes to make easier to roll
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Set them to firm
- Let sit at room temperature on a tray for a few hours before freezing or storing.
- Or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes
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Store
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze individually on a tray then bag for longer storage. Keep out a few minutes before eating
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Carbohydrate 21g8%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Swap nut butter for sesame butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option
Substitute honey with agave or maple syrup if vegan or you want a different flavor
Pressing firmly into balls helps them stick together, but chilling the mix first works too.
Customize with chocolate, dried fruit, seeds, or combinations that suit your taste.
