Strawberry Cheesecake Balls
Delicious and nutritious Strawberry Cheesecake Balls made with rolled oats, cream cheese, and freeze-dried strawberries. These no-bake protein-packed treats are perfect for a quick snack or healthy dessert, combining the flavors of cheesecake with a fruity strawberry twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cheesecake balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 4 oz softened cream cheese (full-fat or reduced-fat)
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed into a fine powder)
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- Chia seeds
- Mini white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Soften the cream cheese at room temperature and measure out all ingredients carefully. Using a food processor or a rolling pin inside a zip-top bag, crush the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder for even incorporation.
- Mix the Dough: In a food processor, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, softened cream cheese, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until a cohesive dough forms that sticks together when pressed but isn’t overly sticky.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too dry, gradually add one teaspoon of water or milk at a time until the dough holds together well. If it’s too sticky, sprinkle in a bit more almond flour to balance the texture.
- Form Balls: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough and roll between your palms to create balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Chill to Set: Place the formed protein balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and set properly.
- Storage: Transfer the chilled cheesecake balls to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months for longer preservation.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Freeze-dried strawberries provide intense strawberry flavor without adding moisture; avoid using fresh strawberries.
- Optional add-ins like chia seeds or mini white chocolate chips can add texture and flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to taste.
- These protein balls make a great on-the-go snack or post-workout treat.
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