Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites Recipe
These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the wholesome goodness of oats, Greek yogurt, and fresh blueberries. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat, they are easy to prepare, require no baking, and can be customized with your preferred sweetener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40-70 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 protein bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla flavor recommended)
- a pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened (Can substitute with plant-based cream cheese if dairy-free.)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain flavor preferred)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust according to sweetness preference)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- ½ cup fresh blueberries (gently folded into the mixture)
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all ingredients and ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, protein powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a uniform mixture.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the mixture carefully, taking care not to mash them, so they remain whole and provide bursts of flavor.
- Form Bites: Using your hands, scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball shape. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat this process until you have formed all the mixture into individual bites.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet with the formed bites into the refrigerator and allow them to chill for 30 to 60 minutes. This helps the mixture to firm up and hold its shape.
- Serve and Store: Once chilled and set, the blueberry cheesecake protein bites are ready to be enjoyed as a nutritious snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
Notes
- You can substitute the dairy cream cheese with plant-based cream cheese to make the recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste.
- Use vanilla-flavored protein powder to enhance the cheesecake flavor.
- Handle the blueberries gently to prevent turning them into juice during mixing.
- These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Keywords: Blueberry, Cheesecake, Protein Bites, Healthy Snack, No Bake, Greek Yogurt, Oats, High Protein
