Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a nutritious and satisfying snack perfect for any time of day. These no-bake treats are packed with protein and the creamy flavor of cheesecake, making them an ideal choice for post-workout recovery or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create these energy bites with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, and freeze-dried strawberries. Plus, they’re easily customizable! Add your favorite mix-ins or enjoy them as is for a deliciously fruity treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- 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 a fine powder)
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese and crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
- In a food processor, blend oats, almond flour, protein powder, cream cheese, crushed strawberries, honey, and vanilla until dough forms.
- Adjust consistency by adding small amounts of water or almond flour as needed.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or your hands.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (30g)
- Calories: 101
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg