Description
These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with protein and bursting with fresh blueberry flavor. Combining creamy cream cheese with coconut flour and protein powder, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat throughout the day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup protein powder*
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 3 Tbsp granulated sugar of choice**
Wet Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp cream cheese (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup blueberry puree***
Instructions
- Prepare Blueberry Puree: Mash fresh blueberries by hand or puree them in a small blender until smooth to create the blueberry puree needed for the recipe.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the protein powder, coconut flour, blueberry puree, and cream cheese. Use your hands to knead the mixture, working it until a cohesive dough forms.
- Taste and Sweeten: Sample the dough and add granulated sugar if you desire more sweetness. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the sugar evenly.
- Adjust Dough Consistency: If the dough feels too soft and sticky, sprinkle in more coconut flour a teaspoon at a time. If it is too dry or thick, add small amounts of blueberry puree, water, or almond milk to loosen it up.
- Shape Balls and Chill: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls using your hands. Place the balls on a tray or plate and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving.
Notes
- *Use your preferred protein powder; vanilla or unflavored works best.
- **Granulated sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar, erythritol, or any sweetener that suits your dietary needs.
- ***Blueberry puree color may vary depending on the type of blueberries used; it may stain the dough slightly, which is normal.
- For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free cream cheese.
- Store protein balls in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
