Description
Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls deliver a refreshing mint flavor combined with rich chocolate chips and a boost of protein for a nutritious snack. Crafted from rolled oats, almond butter, honey, and protein powder, these no-bake treats are easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick energy bite post-workout, a healthy snack, or a grab-and-go breakfast, they are aromatic, satisfyingly chewy, and naturally sweetened. The chill time ensures they’re perfectly firm.
Ingredients
- 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 with the remaining mixture.
- 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 nut-free substitutions, use sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter. Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan option. If a sweeter flavor is preferred, try adding a dash more honey or a few mini stevia chocolate chips. Make this recipe ahead by preparing the mixture and refrigerating up to a week in a sealed container; freeze for up to one month. If balls are too sticky, add extra oats; if too crumbly, use more almond milk. Don’t overmix to maintain a chewy texture; ensure chocolate chips are folded in gently to avoid melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 28mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg