Description
Craving a guilt-free treat? These Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls are quick, easy, and packed with protein and refreshing flavor! Perfect for a snack or healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240g) almond butter
- 2 tbsp (42g) honey
- 1/4 cup (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup (40g) mini dark chocolate chips
- 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) unsweetened almond milk (if needed)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly.
- If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of almond milk at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips.
- Scoop out 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat.
- Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- If the mixture is too sticky, chill it for 5-10 minutes before rolling.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste.
- Add chia seeds or flax seeds for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: protein balls, mint chocolate chip, healthy snack, protein bites, no bake recipe, healthy dessert, almond butter, quick snack
