Description
Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are a delicious no-bake snack combining creamy cheesecake flavor with sweet blueberries and vanilla protein. Perfect for post-workout recovery or as a healthy dessert alternative, these bites are packed with protein, antioxidants, and healthy fats. They are quick to prepare, portable, and customizable to suit various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly until evenly blended to create a uniform dry mixture.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, taking care not to crush them, preserving their shape and flavor within the batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir continuously until all components are well incorporated, forming a dough-like consistency suitable for rolling.
- Form Bites: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands for uniform shape and size.
- Refrigerate: Place the protein bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and set properly.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the firm protein bites to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer shelf life. Serve chilled as a healthy snack or post-workout fuel.
Notes
- Substitute blueberries with raspberries, strawberries, or dried fruits like cranberries for variety.
- For a chocolate twist, add mini dark chocolate chips or cocoa powder to the mixture.
- Replace almond flour with oat or sunflower seed flour to make the recipe nut-free.
- Add chia seeds or ground flax to increase fiber content.
- Use dairy-free cream cheese and yogurt along with plant-based protein powder to make the recipe vegan.
- Freeze the bites on a tray before transferring to freezer bags to prevent sticking.
- Let frozen bites sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before eating for best texture.
- Ideal for pre- and post-workout snacks, family-friendly, and portable for on-the-go eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blueberry cheesecake, protein bites, no-bake snack, healthy snack, post-workout snack, protein-rich, gluten free, low sugar, easy snack, portable snack
