Description
Cream Cheese Oreo Protein Balls are a delicious no-bake treat that blends cookies and cream flavor with a protein punch. This 4-ingredient snack uses crushed Oreo cookies, creamy reduced-fat cream cheese, vanilla protein powder, and a hint of vanilla, with an optional chocolate coating for a glossy finish. Ready in about 1 hour including chilling, they’re perfect for post-workout fuel, meal prep, or a quick, satisfying dessert. These easy bites store well in the fridge for days, travel nicely for on-the-go snacks, and satisfy cravings without guilt.
Ingredients
- 18 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
- 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk, if needed for texture
- Optional: ½ cup melted dark or white chocolate for coating
Instructions
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or sealed bag.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed Oreos, cream cheese, protein powder, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until fully combined. Add 1–2 tablespoons milk if mixture feels too dry.
- Roll into bite-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Chill for 1 hour until firm.
- Optional: Dip chilled balls into melted chocolate and return to fridge until set.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Chill time is essential for a firm texture—plan for 60 minutes.
- Coating with dark or white chocolate is optional but adds flavor and a glossy finish.
- Can substitute regular cream cheese with lactose-free version if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: No-Bake Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 128 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
Keywords: Cream Cheese Oreo Protein Balls, Oreo Protein Balls, Cookies & Cream Protein Balls, No-Bake Protein Snacks, High-Protein Snacks, Easy 4-Ingredient Snack