Description
Craving a guilt-free treat? These Chocolate Mint Protein Bites combine refreshing mint with rich dark chocolate for a delicious and protein-packed snack. Perfect for post-workout, midday cravings, or a healthy dessert!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup vanilla or mint-flavored protein powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2–3 tablespoons almond milk
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
- Crushed chocolate or mint chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine soaked cashews, coconut, protein powder, maple syrup, and peppermint extract in a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, adding almond milk gradually for a dough-like consistency.
- Blend in green food coloring if desired.
- Roll into 1-tablespoon balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze for 15-20 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using).
- Dip each mint ball into the melted chocolate.
- Sprinkle with crushed chocolate/mint chips (optional).
- Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes until firm.
Equipment
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- Soaking cashews is essential for a smooth filling.
- Adjust sweetness and almond milk to your preference.
- Work quickly when coating with chocolate.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0g
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