Description

Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a no-bake, healthy, and delicious snack perfect for a quick energy boost. Made with vanilla protein powder, oat flour, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and freeze-dried strawberries, these bite-sized treats combine creamy cheesecake flavor with the natural sweetness of strawberries. They are easy to prepare, require no cooking, and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

1 cup vanilla protein powder
¾ cup oat flour (or finely ground oats)
¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

4 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

Optional Coating

Pink/red sprinkles or extra crushed freeze-dried strawberries

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup vanilla protein powder, ¾ cup oat flour, ¼ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well blended.
Add wet ingredients: Add 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt, and 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup to the dry mixture.
Mix well: Stir all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, dough-like mixture forms. If the mixture feels too dry, gradually add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Roll: Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands.
Coat (optional): Roll the protein balls in pink or red sprinkles, or additional crushed freeze-dried strawberries, to add color and texture.
Chill: Place the balls on a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
Enjoy and store: Once chilled, enjoy your strawberry cheesecake protein balls as a snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Use oat flour or finely ground oats for best texture.
Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate it briefly before rolling.
Freeze-dried strawberries add intense flavor without moisture; avoid fresh strawberries to keep mixture dry.
These protein balls can be made vegan by substituting cream cheese and Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: No-Cook
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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