DARK CHOCOLATE PROTEIN BALLS

These have been fun experiments this summer! We have tried these with a scoop of vanilla protein powder, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a scoop of regular protein powder, or no protein powder at all. No matter how you decide to scoop or not to scoop, they are tasty and satisfying as part of your on-the-go breakfast, snack, or post-meal sweet. I included the nutritional facts here, as moderation is key, 1-2 per serving. ​

INGREDIENTS
1 cup Kodiak Cakes® dark chocolate mix
½ cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 Tablespoons chia seeds
⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
Option: add a scoop of protein powder 

PREPARATION
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Kodiak Cake® mix, oats, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Add the chia seeds and chocolate chips. Stir until well combined.
Using a tablespoon to measure, scoop one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and round each into a ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours, or overnight. 
Store in a covered container for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or up to 2 months in the freezer. 
Makes 30 servings. 1 serving = 1 ball
Nutrition Information (per serving):  
Calories: 95; Total fat: 5.6 g; Saturated fat: 1 g; Sodium: 37 mg; Cholesterol: <1 mg; 
Total carbs: 11 g; Fiber: 1.5 g; Sugars: 6 g; Protein: 3.5 g