Lemon Cheesecake Protein Balls – Easy, Vegan Option Energy Bite Recipe
A zesty, high-protein snack combining tangy cashew cream cheese, bright lemon, and vegan-friendly coconut flour. Perfect for on-the-go energy with 10g+ protein per serving.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 16-20 protein balls 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
¼ cup vanilla protein powder (isolate or concentrate)
¼ cup coconut flour
¼ cup cream cheese (2 oz; dairy or vegan cashew-based)
2 Tbsp lemon zest
1½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ cup white chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine protein powder, coconut flour, and lemon zest until smooth
Mix in crumbled cream cheese and lemon juice until dough forms
Adjust texture: add 1 Tbsp coconut flour if sticky, 1 tsp yogurt if crumbly
Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls
Chill 15 minutes to set
Melt white chocolate and drizzle over balls (optional)
Notes
For vegan: use cashew-based cream cheese and vegan protein powder
Add 2 Tbsp almond flour for lighter texture
Swap lemon zest for orange or lime
Dough firms quickly—work swiftly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg