Mint Chocolate Protein Balls
The Mint Chocolate Protein Balls are the perfect protein-rich treat or snack!
9 ingredients · 15 minutes· 15 servings
Here’s a tasty solution to your snacking dilemmas: Mint Chocolate Protein Balls! These bite-sized treats will satisfy your sweet tooth while supporting your health and wellness goals. Using whole ingredients, these protein balls have a macro-friendly balance of fat, protein and carbs to promote balanced blood sugar levels, and aid in both weight loss and muscle gain journeys. Refreshing mint complements the rich chocolate flavour. Get ready to discover how delicious your health journey can be!
These taste rich and indulgent but are very low in calories!
Directions for Mint Chocolate Protein Balls
Add all the ingredients, except the chocolate chips, to the food processor and puree until a cookie dough-like texture forms.
Roll into bite size balls using your hands and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. You'll want to use lightly wet hands to roll these balls, these get sticky!
If using, melt the chocolate chips using a double boiler (a bowl set over a pot with a little boiling water, stirring constantly until melted). Then drizzle the chocolate over the balls.
Place the cookie sheet in your freezer until the balls are firm.
Store the balls in an airtight container, in the freezer, for a protein-rich treat or snack!
Ingredients
1/2 cup chocolate protein powder, Schinoussa whey isolate used
1/2 cup almond butter
1/2 cup shredded coconut
3 tbsp unsweetened cacao or cocoa powder
3 tbsp full-fat coconut milk
1 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 tsp stevia, to taste
1/8 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips, optional
Notes
In a Rush? - Skip the melted chocolate.
Too Sticky or Too Dry? - The dough should be a bit sticky and easily form into balls. If it's too sticky, try adding more protein powder. If it's too dry, add a little more coconut milk or almond butter. To make rolling the balls easier, slightly dampen your hands.
