Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
Delicious and nutritious bite-sized snacks that combine cheesecake flavors with fresh strawberries, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 30g)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter Can be substituted with peanut butter.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened Ensure it is softened for easy mixing.
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained well.
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Optional ingredient.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and protein powder. Mix until evenly combined.
- Add the almond butter and honey (or maple syrup) to your oats and protein mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and softened cream cheese, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
- Scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the rolled balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Use parchment paper to separate the balls when freezing.