Description
These no‐bake Strawberry and Banana Oat Balls are a healthy, quick snack bursting with natural sweetness and fruity flavor. Made with ripe bananas, fresh strawberries, and hearty rolled oats, they’re perfect for on‑the‑go energy, lunchboxes, or a light dessert. They’re naturally vegan and can be customized with extras like shredded coconut or nuts.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup strawberries, finely chopped (about 4-5 medium)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey, if not vegan)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (optional, for rolling)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the mashed banana, chopped strawberries, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in the rolled oats until evenly moistened.
- Rest: Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes so the oats can soften and the flavors meld.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Optional Coating: If desired, roll each ball in shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
- Chill & Serve: Place the oat balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
These oat balls are best enjoyed chilled and will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Feel free to customize by adding chopped nuts, chia seeds, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Adjust the sweetness by adding a bit more maple syrup if your strawberries are tart.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: ~70 kcal
- Sugar: ~8 g
- Sodium: ~15 mg
- Fat: ~1.5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~1 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~12 g
- Fiber: ~2 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg