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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls

Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a healthy and satisfying no-bake snack perfect for any time of the day. These protein-packed treats combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the fruity flavor of strawberries, making them an ideal choice for post-workout fuel or a quick pick-me-up. With wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, and freeze-dried strawberries, you can enjoy these bites of bliss without any guilt. Plus, they are easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for a convenient snack on the go!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings (protein balls) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 4 oz softened cream cheese (full-fat or reduced-fat)
  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed into a fine powder)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • Optional: chia seeds or mini white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese and crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
  2. In a food processor, blend rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, cream cheese, crushed strawberries, honey or maple syrup until a dough forms.
  3. Adjust consistency by adding water or more almond flour as needed.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.
  5. Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheese for easier blending. Customize flavors by adding other freeze-dried fruits or extracts. For added texture and nutrition, consider incorporating chia seeds.