Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a guilt-free snack with bursting flavors of fresh strawberries.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 10 balls

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Cottage Cheese or Cream Cheese For a dairy-free option, substitute with vegan cream cheese.
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Opt for a high-quality, tasty powder to avoid chalkiness.
1 cup Almond Flour Can be swapped for oat flour for a nut-free version.
1 cup Oats Adjust the quantity based on desired dough consistency.

For the Flavor

1 cup Fresh Strawberries If using frozen, thaw and drain well.
2 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup Optional, can be omitted for less sweetness.

Equipment

mixing bowl
hand mixer or food processor
spatula
Airtight Container

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Blend the base by mixing cottage cheese or cream cheese until smooth.
Mix in the dry ingredients into the smooth cream mixture until combined.
Incorporate chopped fresh strawberries by gently folding them into the mixture.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
Shape the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 20g each.
Refrigerate the shaped protein balls for another 30 minutes to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth blend. Adjust the consistency with almond flour or milk as needed.

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