Chocolate Peppermint Protein Balls

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Chocolate Peppermint Protein Balls

These rich, festive protein balls pair chocolate and peppermint flavor perfectly - made with only five simple ingredients, and delivering about 9 grams of protein each! They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, making them an ideal treat for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a healthy sweet snack. Crunchy candy-cane topping meets a creamy almond-butter base plus chocolate protein for a satisfying treat!

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Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: servings

Equipment

1 medium bowl
1 small bowl

Ingredients

1 cup chocolate protein powder if unsweetened, add 3 tablespoons of maple syrup to this recipe
1/2 cup almond butter or cashew butter
3-4 tablespoons non-dairy milk
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

For the chocolate coating:

1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil optional
crushed candy canes optional

Instructions

Add the almond butter, chocolate protein powder, peppermint extract, and non-dairy milk to a bowl and mix until fully combined. Continue adding one tablespoon of non-dairy milk if the mixture seems too dry to roll into balls.
Scoop the truffles with a medium-sized cookie scoop into about 2 tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls between the palms of your hands. Transfer the balls to the freezer for a few minutes while you prepare the topping.
Melt together the chocolate chips and coconut oil in either the microwave or over a double boiler until completely smooth.
Dip each protein truffle into the melted chocolate, then carefully transfer to a parchment-lined plate. Sprinkle the truffles with crushed candy canes, then transfer to the fridge until the chocolate has hardened.

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