Description
Delicious and nutritious Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls made with almond butter, rolled oats, and vanilla protein powder. These no-bake snacks offer a refreshing peppermint flavor combined with chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy energy boost anytime.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup (40g) mini dark chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) almond butter
- 2 tbsp (42g) honey
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) unsweetened almond milk (if needed)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of almond milk at a time until the desired consistency is reached, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips without breaking them, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Form Balls: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used.
- Chill: Place the protein balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Store and Serve: Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy as a healthy snack anytime.
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 to make handling easier.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste for stronger or milder mint flavor.
- Add chia seeds or flax seeds for an extra boost of protein and fiber.
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
