Mint Choc Protein Balls (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1–2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk, add as needed
02 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
03 - 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
04 - 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
05 - 2 tablespoons honey
06 - 1 cup almond butter
07 - 1/2 cup rolled oats

# How to Make It:

01 - Once you're all done, pop your protein balls into an airtight container. They'll be happy in your fridge for a week.
02 - Lay out your balls on a tray covered with parchment paper. Stick ’em in the fridge for about 20 minutes till they firm up.
03 - Scoop out portions with your tablespoon, then roll between your hands to make neat little balls.
04 - Gently mix the mini chocolate chips into the dough so there's chocolatey goodness in every bite.
05 - If your mix seems crumbly, add almond milk—just a bit at a time—so it sticks together and isn't dry.
06 - Dump in the oats, almond butter, honey, protein powder, and peppermint. Stir well so everything's blended and doughy.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Go vegan by swapping honey for maple syrup.
02 - Dough too sticky? Chill it in the fridge five or ten minutes before rolling.
03 - Make it more or less minty—just add more or less peppermint extract.
04 - Toss in chia or flax seeds to pump up the protein and fiber.