Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites
These soft and creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are bursting with sweet blueberries and are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour Can substitute with oat flour if there's a nut allergy.
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.25 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with regular or dairy-free yogurt.
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-Ins
- 0.5 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Use fresh for best flavor; be gentle when folding in.
Instructions
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, and protein powder. Stir until evenly mixed.
Preparing Wet Mixture
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until it forms a dough.
Forming Bites
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Place bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer shelf life. Separate bites with parchment paper when freezing.