Description
Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy treat packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cottage cheese, cream cheese, protein powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Once chilled, use your hands to form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll each ball in the crushed graham crackers to coat.
- Place the protein bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cottage cheese and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice or zest for a tangy twist that enhances the cheesecake flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg