2RipeRipe Plantains or BananasThe fiber in plantains helps lower your cholesterol, which in turn keeps your heart functioning at its best.
1CupQuaker OatsOats and oatmeal have many health benefits. These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.
1/4-1/2CupDark Chocolate ChipsStudies show that people who eat dark chocolate have healthier cardiovascular systems, including better blood circulation, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol level.
1TablespoonPB2PB2 powdered peanut butter is a low-calorie, low-fat alternative to traditional peanut butter.
1TeaspoonFlaxseed MealFlax’s primary healthy benefit is due to the omega-3 essential fatty acids, “good” fats that have been shown to have heart-healthy effects.
1TablespoonOrganic Local HoneySeveral studies show that honey may improve your cholesterol levels. It reduces total and “bad” LDL cholesterol while significantly raising “good” HDL cholesterol.
First, preheat the oven to 350. Next, take your ripe plantains or bananas and add to a bowl and smash with a potato smasher or fork.
Next, add raw oats, PB2, honey, flaxseed meal, vanilla, and chocolate chips and blend with a hand blender.
Lastly, spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray, roll balls into 1 inch diameter round (the best you can) and bake 20 minutes or until chocolates are melted.
Finally, enjoy as a pre or post workout delight or for an after school treat or even with your coffee…Enjoy!!!