Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Energy Balls: A Tasty, Energizing Bite

Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
• 1 medium ripe banana (mashed)
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

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Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, mashed banana, blended cottage cheese, honey, almond butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until everything is well mixed.
2. Add Mix-Ins: If using, fold in the chopped walnuts and mini chocolate chips.
3. Shape into Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls with your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Serve and Store: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Notes

• You can customize the mix-ins by adding other nuts or dried fruits.
• For a smoother texture, ensure the cottage cheese is blended until smooth.