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Sweet snack balls made from banana, biscuit, and often milk or chocolate.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
3 piece (medium) of Banana biscuit balls (60 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B6 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Banana biscuit balls are an easy no-bake sweet made by mixing mashed banana with crushed biscuits and shaping the mixture into bite-sized rounds. Recipes may add a little milk for softness, or finish the balls with cocoa or chocolate. They are more of a flexible homemade treat than a dish tied to one particular region.
The banana makes the centres soft and fruity, while the biscuit gives them a denser, slightly crumbly texture. They’re often served with tea or coffee, packed as a small snack, or offered at casual gatherings. They’re carbohydrate-rich and relatively low in protein; a 100 g portion provides 340 kcal. For a less rich version, rely on ripe banana for sweetness and skip a chocolate coating.
Selected: 100 g
340
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
56g
· 20% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 5% · Fat 28%
Vitamins
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.5µg · 6% DV
Magnesium
20mg · 5% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 340 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
Banana biscuit balls are made by mixing mashed banana with finely crushed biscuits until the mixture holds together. Shape it into balls, then chill them; you can finish with cocoa, shredded coconut, or a chocolate coating.
Plain, dry biscuits work best for banana biscuit balls because they absorb moisture without overpowering the banana. Digestive-style biscuits are a good choice, while chocolate biscuits give the mixture a richer cocoa flavor.
Yes, overripe bananas work well in banana biscuit balls because they mash easily and taste sweeter. They also contain more moisture, so add the crushed biscuits gradually until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
Yes, banana biscuit balls do not need chocolate. Leave out the chocolate coating or use a dusting of cocoa, crushed biscuits, or shredded coconut instead; the banana and biscuit mixture will still hold its shape when chilled.
A banana biscuit ball mixture is usually too wet when the banana is large or extra liquid has been added. Mix in more finely crushed biscuits a little at a time, then chill the mixture before shaping it.
No, banana biscuit balls are usually a no-bake treat. The crushed biscuits bind with mashed banana, and chilling helps the shaped balls firm up; baking can dry them out and change their soft texture.
Store banana biscuit balls in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat them within a few days. Their fresh banana filling can spoil if left at room temperature for too long, especially after serving.
Yes, banana biscuit balls can be frozen in a sealed container. Freeze them spaced apart first so they do not stick together, then thaw them in the refrigerator; the texture may be softer after thawing.
Yes, banana biscuit balls can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator until serving. Chilling helps them firm up, but prepare them close enough to serving that the banana stays fresh and the coating remains neat.
Roll banana biscuit balls in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, finely crushed biscuits, or chopped nuts. Add the coating while the surface is still slightly tacky so it sticks, or dip them in melted chocolate for a firmer finish.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.