Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a perfect no-bake snack that merges flavor with nutrition. These creamy, bite-sized treats are packed with protein and naturally sweetened, making them an ideal choice for meal prep, post-workout recovery, or a quick pick-me-up throughout the day. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, they offer a creamy cheesecake flavor that will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your healthy eating goals. Plus, their easy preparation and customizable nature make them a go-to option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 4 oz softened cream cheese (full-fat or reduced-fat)
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed into powder)
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chia seeds or mini white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese and crush the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
- In a food processor, combine oats, almond flour, protein powder, cream cheese, crushed strawberries, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until a dough forms.
- Adjust consistency by adding water if too dry or almond flour if too sticky.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough and roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Chill on a parchment-lined tray for 30 minutes to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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