Oat Protein Balls – No Bake, No Sugar, No Flour!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (180g) rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)
• 1 cup (240g) mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas) or unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup (120g) natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
• Pinch of salt (about 1/8 teaspoon, optional)

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas (or applesauce) with peanut butter. Stir until smooth and fully blended.
2. Add in the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together until the mixture is thick and evenly combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. This helps the oats absorb some moisture and makes the mixture easier to shape.
4. Once chilled, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls using your hands. You should get around 20–24 balls.
5. Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

Optional Add-ins: Try folding in chopped nuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried cranberries for a flavor twist!

Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 10 mins | No cooking needed |  Total Time: 40 mins (including chill time)
Calories per ball: ~90 |  Servings: 20–24