Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
A delicious, nutritious treat combining classic cheesecake flavors with the benefits of protein, perfect for snacks anytime.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- ¾ cup oat flour (or finely ground oats)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for easier mixing.
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed Can substitute with other freeze-dried fruits.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- Pink/red sprinkles or extra crushed strawberries (optional, for coating)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine protein powder, oat flour, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and salt.
- Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla.
- Stir until a thick, dough-like mixture forms. If it's too dry, add 1 tsp of milk at a time.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Roll the balls in pink/red sprinkles or extra crushed strawberries if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Fresh strawberries can be used instead of freeze-dried, but may alter the mixture's consistency. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.