Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites – A No-Bake, High-Protein Snack
Looking for a quick and nutritious snack that satisfies your sweet cravings? These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Bites are your perfect solution! Combining the creamy essence of cheesecake with the vibrant flavors of blueberries, these no-bake bites are not only delicious but also packed with protein. Ideal for busy weeknights, post-workout refueling, or as a guilt-free dessert option, they are a delightful treat you can easily prepare ahead of time. Simply whip up a batch, store them in the fridge, and enjoy them whenever you need a healthy boost. Trust us; once you try these bites, they’ll become your go-to snack!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried blueberries
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (or vegan alternative)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup frozen blueberries (thawed and drained)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grind freeze-dried blueberries into a fine powder.
- In one bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, blueberry powder, and chia seeds.
- In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, cream cheese, and honey or maple syrup.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until well combined.
- Gently fold in thawed blueberries.
- Adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
- Roll mixture into bite-sized balls and place on parchment-lined plate.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Drizzle with glaze made from cream cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg