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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls | High Protein Snack Recipe - Easy, No-Bake Treat

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour (gives a soft, doughy texture)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or strawberry protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese (regular or light; dairy-free works too)
  • 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy, as needed for texture)
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (not fresh; they add flavor without excess moisture)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, or 1–2 tablespoons shredded coconut for rolling

Method
 

  1. Crush the strawberries: Add freeze-dried strawberries to a zip-top bag and crush into small flakes with a rolling pin. You want texture, not a fine powder.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, half of the crushed strawberries, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Stir in the wet ingredients: Add cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Mix with a spatula until a dough forms. If it’s too dry, add more milk a splash at a time.
  4. Adjust texture: The dough should be soft but not sticky. If it’s sticky, sprinkle in a little more almond flour. If it crumbles, add a touch more milk.
  5. Fold in extras: Stir in white chocolate chips or lemon zest if using.
  6. Roll into balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll between your palms. You should get 14–18 balls, depending on size.
  7. Coat and chill: Roll the balls in the remaining crushed strawberries (or coconut) for a pretty finish. Chill for 20–30 minutes to set.