Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a delicious, no-bake snack packed with protein and the creamy flavor of cheesecake, balanced with the natural sweetness of strawberries. Perfect for a post-workout boost or healthy indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk of choice (as needed)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Add softened cream cheese, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
- Mix until fully combined. If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time until the texture is sticky enough to roll into balls.
- Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Use dairy-free cream cheese and plant-based milk for a vegan version.
- Swap freeze-dried strawberries with other berries for variation.
- Add a scoop of collagen powder for extra protein boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
