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Cream Cheese Oreo Protein Balls

Cream Cheese Oreo Protein Balls: Your Guilt-Free Indulgence

Cream Cheese Oreo Protein Balls are delicious, healthy bites that combine irresistible flavors with a protein boost.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 18 cookies Oreo Cookies Can substitute with reduced-fat or low-carb cookies
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use plant-based cream cheese for vegan option
  • 1 cup Protein Powder Dairy or plant-based protein as preferred
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but adds depth
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts or Coconut For added texture and flavor
For Consistency
  • 2 tbsp Milk Add gradually for desired consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Parchment paper
  • Zip-Top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush Oreo cookies in a zip-top bag until fine crumbs form, leaving some larger pieces for texture.
  2. Soften cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature or microwave in bursts until creamy.
  3. Mix cream cheese with crushed Oreo cookies until smooth. Gradually add protein powder and adjust consistency with milk if needed.
  4. Scoop the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. The mixture should hold together well.
  5. Chill the rolled protein balls on a parchment-lined tray for at least 1 hour.
  6. Optionally, roll chilled balls in extra crushed Oreos, cocoa powder, or shredded coconut before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These protein balls can be customized with different cookie varieties and mix-ins to suit your taste.

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