Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls: A Quick No-Bake Treat!
Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls are an easy, no-bake snack packed with protein and refreshing mint chocolate flavor. Perfect for a quick energy boost or guilt-free treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 protein balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup chocolate protein powder
¼ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey
¼ cup mini chocolate chips
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
Pinch of salt
1–2 tablespoons water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, almond butter, honey, chocolate chips, peppermint extract, and salt.
- Mix well until combined. If the mixture is too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time until it holds together.
- Using your hands, roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Notes
Substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
Add ¼ cup shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
Use peanut butter instead of almond butter for a different taste.
Mix in chopped nuts or dried fruit for variety.
Roll balls in cocoa powder or crushed nuts for a fun coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
