If you're a meal prepper, you know that a little extra effort on Sunday makes for an easier week and healthier choices to help you reach your goals. That’s why we love making a large batch of these Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Bites. Portion out half the batch for easy, high-protein snacks this week, and freeze the other half for a week when you don’t feel like meal prepping.
The key ingredient is The Creamery Chocolate 2% Milk. It’s 100% real milk from real family farms in Utah, giving you a delicious, rich flavor along with the essential nutrients of real milk.
Want to add fiber to your Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Bites? Add chia seeds and adjust the chocolate milk until the desired consistency is achieved.
Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Bites
Makes 36 protein bites
Ingredients
- 1 carton The Creamery Chocolate 2% Milk
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1.5 cups chocolate protein powder
- 3/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional for texture)
- 3 tsp peppermint extract (start with 1 tsp, add more to taste)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup (add more to taste)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut (if using), and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
Add the almond butter or peanut butter, The Creamery Chocolate 2% Milk, peppermint extract, and maple syrup. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. The mixture should be thick and slightly sticky. (Too sticky? Add more oats. Too crumbly? Add more chocolate milk.)
Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set. Once set, add to an airtight container.
Keep half of the Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Bites in the fridge for up to one week, and freeze the other half for your next week of meal prepping! When ready to thaw, simply place in the fridge 24 hours before you plan to enjoy.
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