Description
These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are a nutritious and delicious no-bake snack packed with protein and bursting with the fruity flavor of freeze-dried blueberries. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat, they combine wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and Greek yogurt to create a creamy, satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried blueberries
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, vanilla whey protein powder, almond flour, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate almond butter, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until a uniform dough forms and all ingredients are well blended.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the freeze-dried blueberries into the dough to ensure even distribution without crushing the berries.
- Shape Bites: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, portion the mixture into bite-sized balls and arrange them on a tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate the arranged bites for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Store: Transfer the firm protein bites to an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to one week, maintaining freshness and texture.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour and almond butter with sunflower seed alternatives.
- If you prefer a sweeter bite, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
- These bites can be frozen for up to 3 months; just thaw before eating.
- Use plant-based yogurt and milk to make this recipe vegan-friendly (note protein powder choice matters).
