Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls Recipe
These Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that is easy to make. Packed with almond butter, oats, protein powder, and a hint of mint, these protein balls are a perfect energy-boosting treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Rolled Oats:
- 1/2 cup (50g)
Almond Butter:
- 1 cup (240g)
Honey:
- 2 tbsp (42g)
Vanilla Protein Powder:
- 1/4 cup (30g)
Peppermint Extract:
- 1/4 tsp
Mini Dark Chocolate Chips:
- 1/4 cup (40g)
Unsweetened Almond Milk (if needed):
- 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips.
- Form Balls: Scoop out 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat.
- Chill: Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Store and Enjoy: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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