Hi, I’m Michelle and I’m an energy bite addict.
Since I’ve discovered these little balls of protein packed deliciousness, I’ve been totally obsessed. I keep a bowl in the fridge and any time I’m looking for a jolt on my way out the door, or looking to satisfy a craving, I pop one—and I’m happy.
Since I was introduced to Bob’s Red Mill Protein Powders recently, I’ve come to love their Chai flavor. I’ve had it in a shaker bottle with crushed ice and it could be easily mistaken for a refreshing cocktail. Anyway, it was time for more energy bites in my house and Chai was on deck.
A challenge that I have with energy bites is reducing the amount of nut butter. So I’ve been working on substituting some (or all) of the nut butter for other ingredients that will add to binding everything together, but not overpower the recipe as a whole.
I actually used zero nut butters for this recipe and opted for honey, and a ripe banana. I’m happy to say that they did the job perfectly. After combining everything thoroughly, I was left with a batter that was a cookie dough consistency and tasted just like that too.
Ingredients
1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Chai flavored protein powder
1 ripe to over-ripe banana
1/4 cup honey
Directions
1. Mix all ingredients in bowl until they combine to form a thick batter
2. Refrigerate the mixture for about an hour (this helps make the consistency more conducive to forming balls)
3. Form ball about an inch in diameter by rolling the batter in your hands
4. Store in a bowl or container and refrigerate
*I’ve never had them last more than a week!
More Energy Bite Ideas
3 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Protein Bites
Chocolate Protein Energy Bites
How much do you love energy bites?
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Chai + cookie = yes. YES YES YES
Susie @ Suzlyfe recently posted…Running Hills: Hill Treadmill Workouts and Alternatives
They barely made it to ball form…I kept ‘taste testing’ when the mixture was in the bowl!
So simple to make and they look amazing!! YUM!
Annmarie recently posted…DVRT Ultimate Sandbag Track & Core Workout
Seriously! I was so surprised by the consistency with no nut butter too.
Ooh those look easy and delicious! Thanks for the linkup!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner recently posted…I knew I Was A Real Runner When….
They were! Thanks!
Boy, these sound tasty! Everyone is making energy balls these days.
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Hot Wheeling: Venus de Miles Ride Recap
They are! I know…energy bites are so delicious and, more importantly, convenient healthy fuel for the day!
I love how easy the bites are to make. Yum!
Thanks! Yes, they were super easy and delish!
I’m a bit of a “bite” addict myself, and anything cookie dough totally piques my interest! These sound delicious!
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday recently posted…Anatomy of a Running Evaluation + the OhioHealth Runner’s Clinic
Looks delicious. Can I ask why you’re trying to not use nut butters?
Thanks! A few reasons (I guess I could’ve talked about that!)…we are going to be starting Paleo soon so I’m phasing out peanut butter and haven’t bought any almond butter yet. Another reason though is I’ve been having trouble getting the just right amount without it overpowering all the ingredients and being too sticky.
Wow, that was simple enough! I think this is the first energy ball recipe I’ve seen without some kind of nut butter…I bet they are delish!
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets recently posted…40 Tested Marathon Training Tips for First-Timers
Thanks! I figured I’d give it a try!
Hi, Michelle. I’m Nicole. I’m also an energy bite addict. Thank you for fueling my addiction 🙂
Nicole @ Fitful Focus recently posted…Total Body Rowing Workout
Anytime 🙂
These energy balls sound so good! I bet the combination of honey and banana makes them extra sweet and tasty.
Laura @ This Runner’s Recipes recently posted…6 Speed Workouts for Runners
Thanks! The honey and banana did the trick!
I feel like a blogger fail because I rarely make energy bites. I love them, I’m just lazy 🙂
Ange // Cowgirl Runs recently posted…‘Bye July! My Recap of July Goals
Lol…they are so worth it!
I love chai and cookie dough flavors, and I love how easy these are to make!
Hannah recently posted…DIY backpacking meals: just add water
Super easy!
these look delish!
vicki recently posted…Soba Noodle Salad with Tahini-Miso Dressing
Thanks! They were 🙂