Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls

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These Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls are like dessert you can eat for breakfast. They’ve got real dried strawberries, creamy vanilla protein, almond flour, and just the right amount of sweetness. No oven, no blender—just stir, roll, and snack. They taste like a bite of strawberry shortcake but are packed with protein, so they actually keep you full.

💛 Why I Love This Recipe

strawberry shortcake protein balls arranged on a small white plate, with bits of dried strawberry and vanilla protein powder visible in the dough, a few strawberry slices nearby

I wanted a snack that felt like a treat but still gave me energy—and these totally do the trick. They’re great before a workout, in lunchboxes, or for a sweet afternoon pick-me-up.

No baking, ready in 10
Made with real fruit
Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly
Sweet without being too sugary
Great for on-the-go

🍓 Makes: 12–14 balls

⏱️ Ready in: 10 minutes (plus 10–15 to chill, if you want)

🛒 What You’ll Need

1 cup almond flour
½ cup vanilla protein powder
¼ cup finely chopped freeze-dried strawberries
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
2 tablespoons almond butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons milk (any kind, for texture)
Optional: shredded coconut or extra strawberry bits for rolling

ingredients for strawberry shortcake protein balls: almond flour in a clear glass jar, vanilla protein powder in a small clear plate, finely chopped freeze-dried strawberries on a small white plate, maple syrup on a second small white plate, almond butter on a shallow clear dish, vanilla extract on a tiny clear plate, and milk in a small clear glass jar

👩‍🍳 How to Make Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls

Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, stir together almond flour, protein powder, and freeze-dried strawberries.

almond flour, protein powder, and freeze-dried strawberries being mixed in a white bowl, the berries adding pops of pink

Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients

Stir in maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Mix until a dough forms.

almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla being stirred into the dry mixture, forming a soft pink-speckled dough

Step 3: Adjust Texture if Needed

Add a little more milk if the dough feels dry or crumbly—just enough to make it easy to roll.

a spoon drizzling a small splash of milk into the dough mixture to adjust the texture

Step 4: Roll into Balls

Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll in shredded coconut or crushed strawberries if you’d like!

hands rolling a protein ball, with a few already shaped and coated in coconut and strawberry crumbs on the side

Step 5: Chill (Optional)

Place balls on a plate or tray and chill for 10–15 minutes to firm up.

rolled protein balls resting on a white plate, a few crumbs scattered nearby, ready to chill

🍽️ What to Serve With

A berry smoothie
Greek yogurt with honey
A cup of green tea
Fresh fruit
An iced matcha latte

❓ FAQ

Can I use fresh strawberries?
Nope—too wet for this recipe. Stick to freeze-dried for the best texture.

Can I skip the protein powder?
Yes! Just replace it with extra almond flour and sweeten to taste.

Are they sweet enough?
Totally! But you can always add a little extra maple syrup if you like it sweeter.

Can I make these nut-free?
Use sunflower seed butter and oat flour instead of almond-based ingredients.

How long do they last?
Keep in the fridge up to a week or freeze for up to a month.

✨ That’s It!

These Strawberry Shortcake Protein Balls are quick, fun to make, and taste like a snack and dessert all in one. Perfect for lunchboxes, meal prep, or when you just want something sweet that still feels healthy. 🍓🧁 Let me know if you try them—I always love hearing your twists!