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Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls Recipe

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Delicious and nutritious Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls that combine the wholesome goodness of rolled oats, almond butter, and vanilla protein powder with refreshing peppermint and rich dark chocolate chips. These no-bake energy bites are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost.

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

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
  2. Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too dry to form balls, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached, ensuring the mixture can hold together.
  3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini dark chocolate chips into the mixture, distributing them evenly without breaking.
  4. Form Balls: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is used.
  5. Set the Protein Balls: Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the protein balls for at least 20 minutes, allowing them to firm up for better texture and handling.
  7. Storage: Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, keeping them fresh and ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • If the mixture is sticky, refrigerating it for a few minutes before rolling can help.
  • For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • Mini chocolate chips can be replaced with chopped dark chocolate or cacao nibs for added texture.
  • These protein balls can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before consuming.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey to taste.

Keywords: mint chocolate chip, protein balls, no-bake snack, healthy snack, energy bites, almond butter snacks, protein powder snack

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