Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls
Equipment
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 Small bowl
- 1 mixing spoon or spatula
- 1 set measuring cups
- 1 set measuring spoons
- 1 rimmed baking sheet or large plate
- 1 sheet parchment paper or wax paper
- 1 airtight container
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries crushed
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 4 ounce cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoon Greek yogurt plain
- 3 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch fine salt
- 1 2–4 tablespoons milk any type; as needed
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
- In the medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, vanilla protein powder, and salt, stirring until evenly mixed.
- In the same bowl, add softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Stir the mixture with the spoon or spatula until it starts to come together into a thick dough.
- Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring after each addition, until the mixture holds together when pressed but is not sticky.
- Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball.
- Place each formed ball onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Continue shaping balls with the remaining mixture, spacing them slightly apart.
- Refrigerate the tray of protein balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Transfer the chilled strawberry cheesecake protein balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until serving.
Notes
For best texture, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing so it blends smoothly without lumps, and crush the freeze-dried strawberries finely for even flavor in every bite. If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash more milk; if it is too sticky, sprinkle in a bit more protein powder or oats. Wetting your hands lightly can make rolling the balls easier and cleaner. These keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or can be frozen for longer storage, and you can adjust sweetness by adding a little extra honey or using a sweeter vanilla protein powder.
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