Description
Delightful protein balls combining mint and chocolate flavors, perfect for pre- or post-workout snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (quick or old-fashioned)
- 1/2 cup vanilla or mint protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter, cashew butter)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey, agave)
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- 1/4 tsp green food coloring (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
- 2–3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or water)
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients and measuring them out.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Next, add the almond butter, maple syrup, mint extract, and food coloring. Stir until you create a thick, uniform dough.
- Once combined, fold in mini chocolate chips. Scoop out small amounts and roll into balls.
- Refrigerate the protein balls for about 30 minutes to firm up. They are ready to enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg