Raw Peanut Butter and Banana Oat Balls

Abby is back with a guilt-free, bake-free dessert option.

I love baking but sometimes I just don't have the time. Or, when the weather is insanely hot, like it is now in New York, turning on the oven is the last thing I want to do. That's why I love no-bake, raw options. Not only are they relatively healthy, but they're a simple way to satisfy your sweet tooth! These no-bake bites are also great because they can also be eaten as a pre-workout, mid-day energy fix, loaded with potassium from the banana and protein in the peanut butter helps keep you full. These bites are two things: simple and no fuss which is perfect for the summer.

Ingredients:

1 cup dry oatmeal
1/2 banana
1/2 cup peanut butter (Better Than Peanut Butter is a great brand)
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/3 cup agave nectar
1 tsp. vanilla

1. Mash banana and stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed.
2. Let it chill in the refridgerator for half an hour.
3. Once chilled, roll into balls of whatever size you like. Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated or put into the freezer for a tasty cool treat.