Description
Wholesome cottage cheese banana bread energy balls pack a nutritious punch of flavor and wellness. Quick protein-rich snacks deliver delightful sweetness while nourishing your body with balanced ingredients you’ll crave between meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup almond butter
Nuts and Chocolate (Optional):
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend mashed banana, creamy cottage cheese, golden honey, rich almond butter, fragrant vanilla, warm cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Gently incorporate crisp chopped walnuts and delicate mini chocolate chips, folding them delicately throughout the mixture to ensure even distribution.
- Using clean hands, carefully portion the mixture into uniform spherical shapes, roughly tablespoon-sized, applying gentle pressure to compact the ingredients and create cohesive energy balls.
- Arrange the freshly formed spheres on a parchment-lined tray, ensuring they are not touching each other to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the tray to the refrigerator and allow the energy balls to chill and solidify for a minimum of 30 minutes, which will enhance their structural integrity and flavor melding.
- Once set, these nutrient-dense treats are ready to be savored immediately or can be preserved in a sealed container within the refrigerator for up to five days, providing a convenient and wholesome snack option.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist or use plant-based alternatives to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- Toast oats and nuts before mixing to enhance their nutty flavor and add depth to the energy balls.
- Customize the mix-ins by experimenting with dried fruits, seeds, or different types of chocolate chips to suit personal taste preferences.
- Roll the balls in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts for an extra layer of texture and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg