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Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Energy Balls

Delightful energy balls combining the flavors of banana bread with creamy cottage cheese, perfect for a quick and nutritious snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper the bananas, the sweeter your energy balls will be.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Adds moisture and protein.
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup For sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) Can enhance flavor.
  • a pinch salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • to taste chopped nuts
  • to taste chocolate chips
  • to taste dried fruits

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth.
  2. Mix in the cottage cheese to combine.
  3. Add rolled oats, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
  4. If desired, fold in optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
  5. Using your hands, roll small portions of the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  6. For a firmer texture, refrigerate energy balls for about 30 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Grab a ball and indulge! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

These energy balls are customizable; try swapping honey for agave syrup or adding nut butter for extra creaminess. Store in the fridge or freeze for later use.