Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls
No-bake energy bites combining peppermint, dark chocolate, and almond butter for a quick post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240g) almond butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2 tbsp (42g) honey (or maple syrup/agave for vegan)
- 1/4 cup (30g) vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 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, add the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, and peppermint extract.
- Spoon in the almond butter and drizzle the honey over the dry ingredients.
- Stir vigorously with a spatula until the mixture looks evenly combined and slightly sticky.
- If the mixture is too dry, add unsweetened almond milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together.
- Gently fold in the mini dark chocolate chips so they distribute without melting.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a compact ball; repeat until all dough is used.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving so they firm up.
Notes
Swap almond butter for peanut butter if preferred. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
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