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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls

Delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delight in these Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls, a guilt-free snack packed with flavor and nutrition.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Can be substituted with coconut flour.
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Try plant-based protein for a vegan option.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Greek yogurt can be a lower-fat alternative.
For the Fruit
  • 1 cup Mashed Strawberries Thawed frozen strawberries work too.
For Sweetening
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Consider stevia for a sugar-free version.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted for a milder taste.
Optional Crust Flavor
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers Omit for gluten-free or substitute with crushed nuts.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Refrigerator
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour with vanilla protein powder. Use a whisk to blend these dry ingredients thoroughly.
  2. Add softened cream cheese to your dry mixture. Blend until a cohesive dough begins to form.
  3. Gradually add mashed strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls.
  5. Optionally, roll each formed ball in crushed graham crackers for added texture.
  6. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. After chilling, serve on a plate and enjoy as a snack or post-workout treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These delightfully tasty Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are perfect for a quick snack and fit well into your healthy eating routine. Adjust consistency if needed by adding more almond flour.

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