Description

Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls combine nostalgic thin mint flavor with protein-packed nutrition. These no-bake, energizing bites deliver minty freshness, chocolatey richness, and long-lasting satisfaction—perfect for busy lifestyles, post-workout fuel, or healthy snacking anytime.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
1/2 cup almond butter
1/4 cup honey
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips
Unsweetened almond milk, as needed
Optional: 2 tablespoons chocolate crispy rice cereal for crunch

Instructions

Combine oats, almond butter, honey, protein powder, and peppermint extract in a mixing bowl.
Mix until the texture resembles wet sand and sticks together when pressed.
Add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time if the mixture feels too dry.
Fold in mini dark chocolate chips and optional chocolate crispy cereal.
Scoop and roll mixture into balls using slightly damp hands.
Place rolled balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.

Notes

For a stronger thin mint flavor, increase peppermint extract to 1/2 teaspoon and add chocolate crispy rice cereal for extra crunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Healthy Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 protein ball
Calories: 125
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: mint chocolate chip protein balls, protein snack, no bake energy balls