Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls (Printable)

Cool mint and chocolate chips come together in these protein-packed oat balls. Ready in 15 minutes, no baking required.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)

02 - 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder

03 - 1/4 cup almond butter (or other nut butter)

04 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure mint extract

06 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

07 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (dairy-free if vegan)

08 - 2-3 tablespoons milk of choice (as needed for binding)

09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal

10 - Pinch of salt

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, protein powder, and salt (if using).

02 - Add almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), mint extract, and vanilla extract. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.

03 - Stir in mini chocolate chips and any optional add-ins.

04 - If the mixture is too dry, add milk of choice one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together when pressed.

05 - Roll the mixture into 12 balls using your hands.

06 - Place balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.

07 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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Takes literally 15 minutes from start to finish, perfect for busy weeknights when you need something fast
The mint chocolate chip combo satisfies dessert cravings while actually fueling your body properly

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Protein powder absorption varies wildly between brands, so always add liquid gradually rather than pouring it all in at once
These balls taste significantly better after chilling, so try not to eat them all straight from the mixing bowl like I sometimes do

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Dampen your hands slightly with water or oil before rolling to prevent the dough from sticking to your palms
For an extra indulgent version, try dipping half of each ball in melted dark chocolate and chilling until set