Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls Recipe
These Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack that combines the flavors of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries with the energy boost of protein powder. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy treat on the go, these protein balls are easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 protein balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the wet mixture: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, almond butter, and honey or maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Add protein and oats: Stir in the vanilla protein powder and rolled oats. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a thick dough-like consistency.
- Fold in strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture without crushing them.
- Form the balls: Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Optional coating: Roll each ball in the unsweetened coconut flakes to coat them for added texture and flavor.
- Chill and set: Place the protein balls on a baking sheet or tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for variation.
- The protein powder can be any vanilla-flavored whey or plant-based powder depending on your preference.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Store the protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These can also be frozen for longer storage; just thaw before eating.
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