Here is another one of those ‘bet you can’t eat just one’ treats! If you are looking for a beautiful and delicious dessert that doubles as a snack to make to impress your friends and loved ones, then you must try out this delightful recipe!

I love snack balls, we love ’em, everybody loves ’em! These lemon cheesecake protein balls are an easy, no-bake dessert or snack you can make with simple ingredients. They taste like a lemon coconut cheesecake treat – almost like ice cream! They are perfect for snacks, parties, or any time.

Coconut and lemon…. have I died and gone to heaven? These incredibly decadent snack balls are sinfully delicious and so easy to make!  A nutritious snack option. delightful, bite-sized snacks packed with flavor and nutrition. combining the zesty taste of lemon with the tropical sweetness of coconut and the zingyness of ginger.

They are made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, protein powder, coconut, honey and ground ginger. Whether you need a post-workout snack or a midday pick-me-up, these bad boys are a fantastic choice. They contain around 8 grams of protein in each ball and this is important as a well-balanced diet has proper ratios of macro nutrients (protein, healthy carbs and fats) provides all of the: energy you need to keep active throughout the day. nutrients you need for growth and repair, helping you to stay strong and healthy and help to prevent diet-related illness.

When you find your optimal balance and amounts of macro nutrients, you take a major step toward reaching your health goals and this balance has been improved in this recipe by the addition of healthy protein. This is especially important for those who lead an active lifestyle. Additionally, they provide a good source of fiber, promoting digestive health and keeping you full longer.

The lemon zest and juice add a refreshing flavor while also providing vitamin C, which supports your immune system. Coconut, on the other hand, is packed with healthy fats that can give you sustained energy throughout the day. Plus, they are easy to prepare and can be stored in the fridge for a week or freezer for a longer time, making them a convenient snack option.

And…no refined sugar needed! This recipe is full of feel-good ingredients and irresistibly delicious! It has to be the easiest no bake protein balls recipe. Take a few minutes to whip up a batch and snack healthy all week long!

I know some people love their store-bought protein bars (and I have a few favs too) but I honestly really like making homemade protein balls because I can control what ingredients go into the mix AND they are way cheaper. Plus, coming up with the different flavor combinations is so much fun.

You know those snacks that are oh so addicting that you have a love/hate relationship with them? I knew you’d get me. That’s how I feel about these lemon ginger cheesecake protein balls.

Let me ask, have you jumped on the energy bite/protein ball craze yet? The ones made with dates/nuts/seeds/oats/other healthy goodness? I have been making these healthy treats for years and never get tired of them. Moreish snack balls, bliss balls, energy bites, call them what you like. They are a perfect little nutrient-dense bite for a satisfying and are seriously SO GOOD.

They make the perfect gift for any of your health-conscious friends too. There are so many reasons to love them! Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book. Little spheres of snacking. Little orbs of awesome.

These Are Snack Saviors…

Perfect for busy days when you need energy but don’t have time for a meal
The protein keeps hunger at bay way longer than a granola bar
They are totally portable – throw a couple in a baggie for on-the-go fuel

Each bite gives you that refreshing lemon and ginger zing that wakes up your taste buds. A bright, protein-packed snack ready in minutes! Easy to make, and totally guilt-free, made without refined sugars. Energizing and healthy.

Lemon Ginger Cheesecake Protein Balls

Bright, lemony, ginger protein-rich snack balls packed with protein, healthy fats, and tropical coconut flavor. These no-bake treats are perfect for a quick boost any time of day.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, lemon ginger cheesecake protein balls, lemon ginger cheesecake protein bliss balls, lemon ginger protein snack balls

Servings 10

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 scoop protein or collagen peptides powder
• 1 lemon, juice and zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Coating

• 1 cup desiccated coconut

Instructions

• Allow the cream cheese and coconut oil to sit at room temperature to soften. Or place in a bowl and microwave for 10 seconds to soften.

  Add almond flour, honey, protein powder, lemon juice and zest, and ginger and mix until a thick dough forms.

  Refrigerate for 10 minutes in the freezer to firm the dough up.

  Place desiccated coconut in a shallow plate. Remove the dough from the freezer. Form into 10-12 or more golf-sized balls with the dough and roll in the desiccated coconut.

  Arrange on a dish or baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in fridge for 30 minutes to further firm up.

  Enjoy your lemon ginger cheesecake snack balls immediately (not all at once!) or store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.

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