“Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls Recipe
These Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a delicious and healthy snack, combining the creamy flavor of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of strawberries and the added boost of protein. Perfect for a quick energy bite, they are easy to make with simple ingredients like oats, almond flour, and protein powder, and can be stored for convenient on-the-go snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 12-15 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, mixing and rolling
- 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 (any kind, as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries until evenly combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes thick and sticky.
- Adjust consistency with milk: Gradually add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time, mixing well after each addition, until the mixture holds together firmly enough to roll into balls.
- Shape the protein balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they are compact and even in size.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the protein balls on a lined tray and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up their texture.
- Store properly: Transfer the chilled protein balls into an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- If the mixture feels too dry, add milk a little at a time until it reaches a rollable consistency.
- You can substitute freeze-dried strawberries with other freeze-dried fruits like raspberries or blueberries for flavor variations.
- Use gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- Protein powder type can be whey, plant-based, or any preferred type depending on dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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