No-Bake Protein Banana Bread Bites: A Cozy High-Protein Snack Under $2
These no-bake protein banana bread bites capture that classic banana bread flavor in a quick, bite-sized form that never requires turning on the oven. Mashed banana forms the base, blending with oat flour and a scoop of vanilla protein powder into a thick, cohesive dough that tastes remarkably close to actual banana bread batter. A spoonful of peanut butter adds richness and helps everything hold together, while a generous dash of cinnamon brings that warm, familiar banana bread spice to every bite. Chopped walnuts folded in add a satisfying crunch, echoing the walnuts often found in a classic loaf. Rolled into small balls and chilled briefly, these bites become a genuinely convenient snack to keep in the fridge for whenever a craving for something sweet and comforting strikes. With 14 grams of protein per serving, this is a wholesome way to satisfy that banana bread craving without the hour of baking time. At under $2 per serving, it’s one of the most efficient desserts in the entire collection.
Ingredients
Method
- Blend the rolled oats in a food processor or blender until they form a fine flour.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Add the oat flour, protein powder, peanut butter, cinnamon, and salt to the mashed banana.
- Stir until a thick dough forms, adding almond milk a teaspoon at a time if too dry.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the bites on a plate or tray.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
