Description
Delicious no-bake protein balls that combine the sweetness of strawberries with the creamy texture of cheesecake, perfect for a healthy snack.
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
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder. Whisk until blended.
- Add the softened cream cheese, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- If the mixture is too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a moldable consistency.
- Roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls, pressing firmly to hold their shape.
- Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Consider using different freeze-dried fruits or adding chocolate chips for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: protein balls, healthy snacks, strawberry cheesecake, no-bake, gluten-free