Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls that combine creamy, fruity flavors with a boost of protein. These no-bake snacks are perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout treat, or healthy snack on the go. Made with rolled oats, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and freeze-dried strawberries, these protein balls are easy to prepare and taste like a sweet cheesecake in bite-sized form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings (balls) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- 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
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder until evenly combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in softened cream cheese, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a uniform mixture.
- Adjust consistency: Check the mixture’s texture. If it feels too dry or crumbly, add milk one tablespoon at a time and mix until the dough becomes smooth and holds together well.
- Form balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls. Press firmly to ensure they maintain their shape and don’t crumble apart.
- Chill: Place the formed protein balls onto a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and develop flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- If you don’t have almond flour, finely ground almonds or oat flour can be used as alternatives.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add intense flavor without moisture; fresh strawberries are not recommended as they will alter the texture.
- Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Adjust milk quantity based on how dry or moist your protein powder is.
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