Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites
These delightful no-bake blueberry cheesecake protein bites are creamy, sweet, and packed with protein, making them a perfect snack for busy families.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned or quick-cooking, gluten-free if needed
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder whey, casein, or plant-based
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried blueberries finely ground
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
- 1/4 cup cream cheese softened, or vegan alternative
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup frozen blueberries thawed and drained
- 1-2 tablespoons milk dairy or non-dairy, as needed
- 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar optional, for glaze
- Fresh blueberries as needed for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare Freeze-Dried Blueberries: Grind freeze-dried blueberries into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, protein powder, freeze-dried blueberry powder, and chia or flax seeds.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk applesauce (or mashed banana), cream cheese, and honey or maple syrup.
- Combine & Mix: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the thawed and drained frozen blueberries.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until rollable.
- Roll Into Bites: Form into bite-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk softened cream cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Chill the Bites: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Drizzle & Decorate: Drizzle with glaze and top with fresh blueberries.
- Chill Again (Optional): Refrigerate for 10 more minutes for the glaze to set.
- Serve & Enjoy: Keep them chilled and enjoy as a healthy snack.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. These bites freeze well and can be thawed when needed.