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July 14, 2021

Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls (Healthy No Bake Energy Bites)

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Low Carb
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These lemon cheesecake protein balls are my go-to snack whenever I am looking for an instant boost of energy or even when I just want to treat myself and my loved ones with a sweet and zesty dessert made healthy.

Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

There’s just something about lemon and cheesecake that unconsciously pulls my lips into a smile whenever I treat myself to a creamy sour-sweet bite.

Tangy and delicious, these protein balls have a delightful combination of lemon and cream cheese that will wake up all your sleeping taste buds.

Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

They are easy to make and ready in no time and are packed with protein and fiber. I’m a sucker for the creamy and sweet taste of the lemon cheesecake protein balls, and I think they make the perfect bite-sized dessert.

What I love about lemon cheesecake protein balls

  • Easy to prepare
  • No-bake
  • Only 5 ingredients
  • Low calories
  • High-protein
  • High-fiber

So, let’s try it!

Ingredients used to make Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

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  • Protein Powder – You can use any protein powder for this, but in this recipe I used a vanilla plant-based protein powder, like this one below.
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Orgain Plant Based Vanilla Protein Powder
  • Cream Cheese – I’ve tried using both dairy and vegan cream cheese made from almond milk, and both turn out delicious.
  • Coconut Flour – Packed with fiber and nutrients, you can’t forget about this gluten-free, wheat free and grain-free ingredient. Coconut flour is great for those allergic to gluten and wanting a low-carb option. While it’s called coco-nut it’s actually nut-free because this flour is made from coconut flesh (which is a fruit, not a nut) that’s been dried and then grind into small flour particles. Coconut flour feels and looks similar to grain flour, and also it has a very mild taste. Here is a brand of coconut flour I like to use.
  • Lemon Juice and Lemon Zest – sweet, sour and bright, lemon juice / zest is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, with health benefits that range from healthy skin, better digestion, to a healthier immune system. While fresh lemon juice and fresh lemon zest is best. You’re welcome to use bottled lemon juice or dedhyrated lemon zest in this recipe.

For the Deco

  • White chocolate chips – you can use any white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate), but to make these low-carb, use a lower sugar, stevia sweetened brand instead. For a dairy-free, vegan alternative, try this brand.
Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls (Healthy No Bake Energy Bites) - Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls
Stevia White Chocolate Chips

Step by Step Guide

How to make Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

STEP 1

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Mix the protein powder, coconut flour, lemon zest together in a small bowl.

STEP 2

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Add cream cheese.

STEP 3

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I find that it’s best to use my hands to mix the dough because it takes some kneading and pressing to get the dough to come together.

Note: Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of yogurt if the dough is too thick

STEP 4

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Roll the protein dough into tablespoon sized balls

STEP 5

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coat the protein balls in white chocolate and sprinkle with lemon zest. The protein balls are good WITHOUT the extra coating, so this step is OPTIONAL.

STEP 6

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Enjoy!

Recipe Variations and Optional Add Ins:

  • If you don’t have lemon juice / lemon zest, any other citrus juices and zest will work fine, too! Try key lime, grapefruit, tangerine or even blood orange!
  • Feel free to experiment with natural flavoring / extracts. Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract (I didn’t feel like it was essential so I left it out in this recipe), or other flavorings or extracts, such as lemon extract or raspberry extract
  • Try adding matcha for a lemony matcha protein ball version!
IMG_6863 INGREDIENT vegan cream cheese trader joes
*You can use a vegan cream cheese one made from almond milk to turn this vegan!
Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls (Healthy No Bake Energy Bites) - Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

How to Make this Healthier

  • Make this even healthier by adding a handful of nuts, seeds and old-fashioned oats to add texture and nutrition. Even better, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed, hemp seeds, or chia seeds.

How to Store Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

  • Store these protein balls covered in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
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Final Tips

  • Coconut flour and protein powders are all very different depending on brands, so if you find that the dough is too soft, add more coconut flour; if the dough is too thick, add a teaspoon or more of water, honey or liquid sweetener of choice.
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Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls

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Prep Time 10 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 7 protein balls
Calories 82 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder *
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese of choice about 2 oz*
  • 2 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice

Deco (optional)

  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Mix the protein powder, coconut flour, lemon zest together in a small bowl.
  • Add the cream cheese and lemon juice
  • Knead until all ingredients are combined.
    Note: Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of yogurt if the dough is too thick
  • Roll the batter into tablespoon sized balls, refrigerate for 15 minutes to set
  • Optional: melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20 second bursts until melted, stirring in between. Dip the protein balls into the chocolate and then set them on a clean parchment paper until the chocolate is set. Top with leftover lemon zest.

Notes

*I used a plant-based protein powder. Whey protein powder also works, but the result will be gummier.
**You can also use vegan cream cheese alternatives like Tofutii, or coconut milk cream cheese.
3/28/23 UPDATE – doubled the recipe, and added new photos
 

Nutrition

Calories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 3mgVitamin D: 0.03µgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.5mgZinc: 0.1mg***Net Carbs: 6g
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