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CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY PROTEIN BALLS – Butter with a Side of Bread by Gordon Ramsay

CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY PROTEIN BALLS - Butter with a Side of Bread


Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

 

I’m always trying to get more protein into myself and my kids and protein balls are one of the easiest (and yummiest!) ways to do that! We’ve been making these Oatmeal Peanut Butter Protein Balls for years and nearly always have a batch on hand in the refrigerator so the kids can add a few to packed lunches or grab a couple as a quick and filling snack.

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

I recently started making this new protein ball recipe because it has a bit more protein (5 grams vs 3 grams). Of course, adding the protein powder does make this recipe taste a little bit healthier and not quite as cookie-like as the version that we are used to, but my kids are still scarfing them down!

I’ve tried other protein ball recipes that have protein powder in them and sometimes they are really not very tasty. I think this recipe is yummy because the taste of the freeze-dried raspberries is so powerful which helps to mask the protein powder taste. I also think that adding Rice Krispies is key to providing a consistency that is so much more palatable. That extra crunch helps a lot!

Protein ball made with freeze dried raspberries and chocolate chips

CAN YOU CHANGE THE INGREDIENTS OF THIS PROTEIN BALL RECIPE?

One of my favorite things about recipes like these is the versatility and the ease in which you can swap out many of the ingredients, or even add some of your favorites. There are a lot of ways you can make this protein ball recipe “your own.” Obviously some of these changes will alter the taste a bit, but you can easily make this recipe adaptable for you and and your family – the possibilities are endless!

  • You can swap the almond butter with other nut butters.
  • Swap out the freeze-dried raspberries with a different type of fruit, or leave it out if you prefer.
  • You can swap the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips, or even just leave them out completely.
  • For a little bit more protein, you can add some chia seeds or slivered almonds.
  • Swap out the honey with maple syrup or even add a little bit of melted coconut oil for extra moisture if needed.
  • Use chocolate protein powder instead of vanilla – it’s delicious too!
  • Use quick oats instead of rolled oats for a slightly different texture.

Ingredients in chocolate raspberry protein balls

Ingredients in Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls

-3/4 cup almond butter

-1 cup uncooked rolled oats

-1 cup crispy rice cereal

-1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup)

-1 tsp vanilla extract

-2 scoops vanilla protein powder (any brand will do – my absolute favorite is the one by Clean Simple Eats)

-1 cup freeze-dried raspberries (1.3 oz pkg)

-1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Mixing together ingredients for chocolate raspberry protein balls

How to make Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls

Stir all the ingredients together in a large bowl until well combined.

Use a cookie scoop to scoop the mixture and roll each scoop into a ball.

You can store the protein balls at room temperature for a few days in an airtight container, but we usually keep them in the fridge. I prefer to eat them cold and they last longer too! You can also store them in the freezer – this works great for the kids to grab a couple frozen protein balls to add to school lunches – they will be perfectly thawed by lunch time!

Scooping out the protein balls with a cookie scoop

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

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Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate raspberry protein balls

Servings: 24

Calories: 108kcal

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup almond butter
  • 1 cup uncooked rolled oats
  • 1 cup crispy rice cereal
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 scoops vanilla protein powder any brand will do – my absolute favorite is the one by Clean Simple Eats
  • 1 cup freeze-dried raspberries 1.3 oz pkg
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Notes

You can store the protein balls at room temperature for a few days in an airtight container, but we usually keep them in the fridge. I prefer to eat them cold and they last longer too! You can also store them in the freezer – this works great for the kids to grab a couple frozen protein balls to add to school lunches – they will be perfectly thawed by lunch time!

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

Protein ball made with vanilla protein powder, raspberries and chocolate chips

DO YOU HAVE TO BAKE PROTEIN BALLS?

No, you do not have to bake protein balls! One of my favorite parts about this snack is that there is no baking or cooking involved at all! Just mix everything together and roll into balls. This recipe is so easy that my kids can all make them without any help and I love having lots of helpers to shape all of the balls!

ARE PROTEIN BALLS THE SAME AS ENERGY BALLS?

Protein balls and energy balls/energy bites are one and the same! I have found quite a few recipes for protein balls and quite a few for energy balls/energy bites and as far as I can tell, they are exactly the same thing, just called by different names. These protein balls provide a great combination of fats, carbs and fiber to help you stay full and give you long-lasting energy! My favorite thing about these protein balls is that they are so filling even though they are small!

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

HOW DO YOU STORE PROTEIN BALLS?

I usually make a batch every week or two and then keep the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. My kids will often put a couple in their lunches and they will eat one or two as an after-school snack. Although I store them in the fridge, they are fine to eat at room temperature and I actually can’t decide if I like them better cold or not! They are absolutely delicious either way.

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Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls are simple, delicious, full of protein and can be made in just a few minutes! Made with protein powder, almond butter and freeze-dried raspberries for a high-protein snack.

MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP CREAM PIE by Gordon Ramsay

MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP CREAM PIE


Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie is a creamy mint pie loaded with chocolate chips! This easy pie recipe has smooth mint cream filling mixed with chocolate chips & Andes mints all in an Oreo pie crust. Chocolate Mint lovers rejoice!

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipeThis Mint Chip Cream Pie is a pudding based pie that is kept and served cold. The classic green color with mini chocolate chips will remind you of Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream with only a handful of ingredients, all inside of an Oreo crust! Today we are talking about pie though and no, this isn’t an ice cream pie. This pie is made with a pudding base. It is creamy, minty, and best of all, super easy to throw together! The entire pie only uses 7 ingredients… and that’s if you count the green food coloring!

Mint Chocolate Chip Desserts

There is just something so refreshing about the combination of chocolate and mint. It happens to be one of my absolute favorite combinations and if you are here visiting this recipe, I’ll just assume it is a favorite of yours too. Mint and chocolate come in all dessert forms, from Mint Chocolate chip cookies, Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Frosting, Mint Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats to Mint Oreo Mousse Cups. See, proof I love all things chocolate and mint!

Mint Chip Pie is perfectly refreshing in the summer or make it for St Patrick’s Day! Many people love to make it around Christmas Time as well. Really, this pie is perfect at any time of year! I certainly don’t need an excuse to make (and eat) it!

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipeWhat is in Mint Chip Cream Pie?

Like mentioned above, we only need a handful of easy ingredients for this pie. The one item you may not have is mint extract, but it is only a few dollars at the grocery store and a must purchase for this recipe.

  • Store Bought Oreo Crust- I like to purchase the pre made crust from the grocery store for convenience but you could definitely make your own if you’d like! Use 25 Oreos, crushed, and combine it with 5 tbsp of melted butter. Press it into your pie plate and chill.
  • Vanilla Pudding Mix- We will use the smaller box, 3.2 oz. Definitely use vanilla flavor, and we will be looking for the Instant Pudding!
  • Heavy Cream- To make the pudding thicker which makes the pie thicker and easier to slice, we will use heavy cream instead of the milk that is called for when generally making pudding.
  • Mint Extract- You’ll want mint extract, not peppermint. There is a difference, make sure you are using mint.
  • Frozen Whipped Topping- The whipped topping will need to be thawed before making this recipe. One 8 oz container is all you’ll need.
  • Green Food Coloring- This isn’t a requirement and won’t change the final taste of the pie, so if you’d rather not use the food coloring this is something you could skip out on.
  • Mini Chocolate Chips
  • Andes Mints Bits 

How to make Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipeHow to make Andes Mint Cream Pie

Making this cream pie is very easy, just a little measuring and mixing is all. First, we will mix together the pudding mix with the heavy cream and mint extract with a whisk. Stir briskly, smoothing out any lumps before it sets up. Within a few minutes it will be very thick.

The next step is to mix the pudding into the whipped topping. You can fold it in or whisk it together, just mix until everything is combined and smooth. Now is the time to add in that food coloring. I used about 5 drops of green food coloring. Finally, fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Spread the pie filling into the pie crust and refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. Feel free to top the pie with the remaining whipped topping and sprinkle with Andes mints if desired.

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipe

Mint Chip Cream Pie

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie is a creamy mint pie loaded with chocolate chips! This easy pie recipe has smooth mint cream filling mixed with chocolate chips & Andes mints all in an Oreo pie crust. Chocolate Mint lovers rejoice! 

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Mint Chip cream pie

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 3 hours

Servings: 8 slices

Calories: 241kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 3.2 oz box vanilla instant pudding
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp mint extract
  • 1 8 oz tub whipped topping divided
  • 5-7 drops green food coloring
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup ande’s mint bits optional
  • 1 oreo pie crust

Instructions

  • Using either a whisk or an electric hand mixer, combine the vanilla pudding mix, heavy cream, and mint extract until smooth. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes until very thick.

  • Fold the pudding mixture together with 1 1/2 cups whipped topping until creamy with no lumps.

  • Stir in the food coloring.

  • Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

  • Pour the pie filling into the oreo pie crust.

  • Refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.

  • Top the pie with the remaining whipped topping and ande’s mint bits if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 694IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipeHow to Store a pie

Storing a cream pie such as this one needs to be done in the refrigerator. Keep in the fridge until ready to serve and place back in the fridge immediately after serving. Keeping the pie out of the fridge for too long will result in a runny pie and one that is not safe for eating anymore.

Freezing pie

This pie freezes great! Freeze the entire pie or by the slice. To thaw a whole pie, place in the fridge for 24 hours before serving. To thaw just a slice, allow it to set on the counter for 15-20 minutes or until thawed.

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie recipeLooking for more easy pie recipes, check these out:

Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie is a creamy mint pie loaded with chocolate chips! This easy pie recipe has smooth mint cream filling mixed with chocolate chips & Andes mints all in an Oreo pie crust. Chocolate Mint lovers rejoice!This pudding based Mint Chip Cream Pie is a fast and easy pie to pull together. With mint flavor, green color, and chocolate pieces in every Oreo crusted bite, this pie is one you won’t forget anytime soon! Mint Chocolate Chip Cream Pie is a creamy mint pie loaded with chocolate chips! This easy pie recipe has smooth mint cream filling mixed with chocolate chips & Andes mints all in an Oreo pie crust. Chocolate Mint lovers rejoice!

Cherry Chocolate Loaf – Thank You, Banana Bread by Gordon Ramsay

Cherry Chocolate Loaf – Thank You, Banana Bread


I’m not sure if it counts as an actual problem or not, but due to circumstances beyond my control, I recently found myself with a few too many fresh cherries around, which I decided I wanted to turn into a chocolate-studded loaf. Since our banana bread gets such gets reviews, I used that as the base recipe for this, and… to read the rest of Chef John’s article about this Cherry Chocolate Loaf, please follow this link to become a member.)

Follow this link to get a complete, printable written recipe for Cherry Chocolate Loaf!

And, as always, enjoy! 


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