Description
Quick and healthy no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls blending creamy, fruity, and tangy flavors into a protein-packed snack.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (or strawberry flavor)
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Add shredded coconut if desired.
- Mix in softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until a thick dough forms.
- If mixture is too dry, add more yogurt or a splash of water; if too wet, add more protein powder or oats.
- Roll mixture into 10-12 small, 1-inch diameter balls.
- Place balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Coat balls in crushed graham cracker crumbs for extra cheesecake flavor.
Add lemon zest for a citrus twist.
Drizzle or dip in melted dark chocolate for an indulgent treat.
Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.
Can substitute vegan cream cheese or extra Greek yogurt for dairy-free option.
Freeze-dried strawberries provide best flavor; fresh strawberries can be used with slight yogurt adjustment.
Recipe is naturally nut-free unless toppings are added.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: approx. 90-110
- Sugar: 4-6g
- Sodium: 50-70mg
- Fat: 3-5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5-2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1-2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12-15g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Protein: 6-8g
- Cholesterol: 10-15mg