Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a delightful no-bake snack that combines the rich flavor of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of strawberries. These protein-packed bites are perfect for busy days, post-workout refueling, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Whip them up in minutes and enjoy them chilled, making them an excellent option for lunchboxes, parties, or a quick energy boost anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- 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
- Optional: chia seeds or mini white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Begin by softening the cream cheese and measuring all ingredients. Crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder using a food processor.
- In a food processor, blend together oats, almond flour, protein powder, cream cheese, crushed strawberries, honey, and vanilla extract until a cohesive dough forms.
- Adjust the consistency as needed—add water if too dry or more almond flour if too sticky.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough and roll each portion into approximately 1-inch balls.
- Place on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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