Three Ingredient Banana Chocolate Chip Bites

Okay, it doesn't get any easier than this one!  This recipe has become a favourite in my household of late, and I find myself making these twice a week because they disappear so fast.  This has made my life so much easier when it comes to packing school lunches.  I make a big batch, and quickly toss in three or four of these in their lunch bags for their snacks.

I've seen a lot of variations to this recipe, and you can definitely tailor it to however you like.  The three basic ingredients are oats, bananas, and chocolate chips.  I use Rogers Porridge Oats, because it has bran and flaxseed added in, but you could just as easily use Quick Oats. I photographed my daughter while she made these and she had a great time, so make sure you get the kids involved.  ~Janice ❤

The 3 ingredients: Oats, Bananas, Chocolate Chips

Step 1 - Mash the bananas in a big bowl...

Mash, mash, mash away!

Step 2 - Add oats to the bananas.  For extra fiber and health benefits, you could add in some flax, chia or hemp seeds, and bran.  I had some leftover chia seeds in the fridge, so I added those in.

Step 3 - Add in chocolate chips.  I used Hershey's semi-sweet, but you could make it really healthy by substituting with dark chocolate, dried fruit, carob chips, or shredded coconut.  I use chocolate chips, only because my kids are more likely to eat them.  Anything tastes better with chocolate chips, right?!

Step 4 - Mix together with spatula until combined...

Step 5 - Roll into one inch balls, and place on parchment-lined baking pan...

Step 6 - Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 minutes, and here is the finished product...

Here is the recipe (makes about 2 dozen):

• 4 large, ripe bananas
• 2 cups uncooked quick oats 
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (I used semi-sweet)
• Add-ins (optional): bran, flax/chia/hemp seeds, dried fruit, nuts, shredded coconut

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 
2. Mash the bananas in a big bowl.
3. Add oats to the bowl and mix well.
4. Add chocolate chips and mix until combined.
5. Roll into one inch balls, and place on parchment-lined baking pan.
6. Bake for 15 minutes.