When I was growing up, our kitchen always smelled like something sweet being mixed together on the counter, usually with my mom telling me not to rush it. Back in our kitchen, she’d hand me a bowl and say, “My mom always said… let the texture tell you when it’s ready.” This takes me right back to standing on a stool, stirring and sneaking little tastes. These strawberry protein balls feel like that same simple joy, no oven, just mixing, shaping, and letting them set. Trust me on this, they’re the kind of snack you’ll keep reaching for.
No-Bake Strawberry Protein Balls
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Cookie Scoop
- Parchment Paper
- baking sheet
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries finely crushed
- ¼ cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons milk as needed
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add the oats, protein powder, crushed strawberries, and salt to a bowl and stir until combined.
- Mix in the almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract until a thick dough forms.
- Add milk one tablespoon at a time until the mixture is soft but not sticky.
- Scoop and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Place on parchment paper and let set in the fridge for 20 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- Freezing: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw for a few minutes before eating.
- Humidity Tip: If dough feels loose, add more oats. If too dry, add milk slowly.
- Troubleshooting: Crumbly dough means it needs more moisture, go slow.
Nutrition
CONCLUSION
Between you and me, these strawberry protein balls are the kind of snack my mom would’ve kept tucked in the fridge for busy afternoons. They remind me a lot of my creamy no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites when I’m craving something fruity, and on workout days they fit right in next to my go-to post-workout protein balls. If you like a soft, set-just-right texture with real strawberry flavor, these belong in your regular rotation—trust me on this.