Description
Delicious protein-packed Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls combining the sweetness of strawberries and cream cheese, perfect for a post-workout snack or light dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the softened cream cheese, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough-like consistency forms.
- If the mixture is too dry, gradually mix in 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, pressing firmly to hold their shape.
- Place the rolled balls onto a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. These protein balls can be stored in the fridge for a week or frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: protein balls, healthy snacks, strawberry cheesecake, no-bake, easy recipes