Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls (No Bake, High Protein Snack)

These no-bake strawberry shortcake protein balls are soft, sweet, and packed with real strawberry flavor. Perfect for a post-workout treat or healthy dessert, they’re made with vanilla protein, crushed cookies or almond flour, and freeze-dried strawberries — no oven or blender required.

Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls

Soft, creamy protein balls with real strawberry flavor and a hint of vanilla — like strawberry shortcake in every bite. No baking, just mix and chill.

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Ingredients

  

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (~30 grams)
• 2 tbsp almond flour
• 2 tbsp finely crushed cookies (Golden Oreos or graham crackers)
• 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
• 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
• 2 tbsp plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 1-2 tsp almond or oat milk for texture (optional)
• 1/2 tsp crushed cookies as garnish
• 2 tbsp white chocolate chips or vanilla icing (optional, for drizzle)

Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl, combine the protein powder, almond flour, cookies, powdered freeze-dried strawberries, and salt.
• Add Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick dough forms.
• If too dry or crumbly, add milk 1 tsp at a time.
• Roll into 8–10 balls and top lightly with crushed cookies.
• Optional: Melt white chocolate chips (microwave in 15-sec intervals, stirring between each) and drizzle over the protein balls. Let set before serving.
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Notes

Pro Tip: For the best strawberry shortcake flavor and texture, use a mix of almond flour and crushed golden cookies — the cookies add that classic shortcake sweetness while the almond flour keeps it balanced and protein-packed. Chill the dough for 15 minutes before rolling if it feels too sticky.

Nutrition: Recipe makes 8 protein balls, and nutrition will vary depending on protein powder and yogurt used. A typical protein ball will be approximately 85 calories and 6-7g protein.