Delicious Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking
Try these Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls for a guilt-free snack that's easy to make and deliciously indulgent.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- spatula
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats Provides fiber and texture
- ½ cup almond butter Adds creaminess and flavor
- ¼ cup honey Natural sweetener
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder Enhances protein content
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract Adds mint flavor
Treat
- ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips For added sweetness and flavor
Instructions
Prepare the Protein Balls
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract until well combined.
- If the mixture feels too dry, add unsweetened almond milk one tablespoon at a time until you achieve a rollable dough consistency.
- Once the mixture is ready, gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips.
- Scoop out about one tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a smooth ball shape.
- Place the rolled protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm them up.
- Transfer the protein balls to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months with parchment paper between layers to avoid sticking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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