Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites Recipe
These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack combining the creamy tang of cheesecake with the sweetness of blueberries and a protein boost. Perfect for a quick energy bite or post-workout treat, they are made with simple ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder, offering a gluten-free, low-fat option that’s easy to prepare and store.
- Author: Hannah
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh or frozen blueberries into the wet mixture, taking care not to crush them to retain their shape and texture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring thoroughly until a dough forms that is sticky and holds together.
- Form Bites: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball with your hands.
- Chill to Set: Place the protein bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up properly.
- Store Properly: Once firm, store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for extended shelf life.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup to make the bites vegan.
- Use fresh blueberries in season or frozen for convenience; just avoid thawing fully to prevent mushiness.
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or more Greek yogurt to help bind it.
- These bites can be customized by adding nuts or seeds for extra texture and nutrients.
- Keep refrigerated because of the cream cheese and Greek yogurt to maintain freshness and food safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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