Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are the perfect guilt-free treat – creamy, protein-packed, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. They come together in just 5 minutes for a quick and nutritious snack or dessert.
Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
– 2 tbsp honey
– 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. 1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, protein powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well blended and smooth.
2. 2. Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed.
3. 3. Scoop the mixture by the tablespoonful and roll into bite-sized balls.
4. 4. Place the protein balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. 5. Enjoy the Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls as a healthy snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
For a stronger strawberry flavor, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of strawberry puree or jam to the cream cheese mixture. These protein balls also freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American