Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Balls (Printable Version)
Cool mint and chocolate chips combine in these no-bake oat protein balls. Ready in just 15 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Base
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
→ Optional Add-ins
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal for extra nutrition
10 - Pinch of salt
# How to Make It:
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 thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Stir in mini chocolate chips and any optional add-ins such as chia seeds or flaxseed meal.
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 evenly sized 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.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They taste like thin mint cookies but pack 5 grams of protein each
- The dough comes together in under 15 minutes with zero cooking
- You can keep everything in your pantry for emergency snack attacks
02 -
- Protein powder brands vary wildly in how they absorb liquid
- The dough should feel like Play-Doh, not cookie batter
- Mint extract strength differs by brand—always taste before adding more
03 -
- Dampen your hands slightly to prevent sticking while rolling
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing