Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites (Printable version)
Creamy, protein-packed bites featuring fresh blueberries and cheesecake flavors. No-bake, ready in 15 minutes.
# List of ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/4 cup almond flour
04 - Pinch of salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
08 - 1/3 cup fresh or freeze-dried blueberries
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, add oats, protein powder, almond flour, and salt. Whisk together until evenly blended.
02 - Add softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir vigorously until a thick, uniform dough forms.
03 - Gently fold in blueberries and lemon zest using a spatula, being careful not to crush the berries.
04 - Using a small scoop or your hands, portion the dough and roll into 12 evenly sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
05 - Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm to the touch.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to one week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They satisfy cheesecake cravings without turning on the oven or spending hours in the kitchen
- Each bite packs enough protein to keep you full between meals but tastes like dessert
02 -
- The dough consistency varies by protein powder brand so have a teaspoon of milk ready if it cracks while rolling
- Fresh blueberries add moisture while freeze-dried ones give intense flavor bursts without altering the texture
03 -
- Room temperature cream cheese mixes more evenly than cold
- Rolling the dough between your palms creates the smoothest surface