Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls Recipe
These Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a delicious and healthy snack that combines the creamy, tangy flavors of cheesecake with sweet strawberries and a protein-packed boost. Perfect for on-the-go energy or a post-workout treat, these no-bake bites are easy to make and require minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Stir them together until evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate smaller bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Blend Wet and Dry: Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir well to combine. Gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk as needed to help bind the mixture together into a dough-like consistency.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. If the mixture is sticky, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes to firm up before rolling.
- Chill and Serve: Place the protein balls on a plate or baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Once chilled, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with oat flour for a different texture and taste.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based cream cheese and maple syrup.
- If mixture feels too dry, add a little more milk; if too wet, add a bit more protein powder or almond flour.
- Freeze-dried strawberries provide strong flavor without adding moisture—avoid fresh strawberries as they may make the mixture too wet.
- These protein balls make a great pre- or post-workout snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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