Grind Freeze-Dried Blueberries: Place the freeze-dried blueberries in a food processor and pulse until they form a fine powder.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, and ground freeze-dried blueberries. Stir in chia or flax seeds if using.

Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk together applesauce, softened cream cheese, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring to combine. Add milk if mixture is too dry.

Fold in Frozen Blueberries: Gently fold in thawed and drained frozen blueberries.

Adjust Consistency: Add milk one tablespoon at a time if mixture is too crumbly to bind.

Form Protein Bites: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.

Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze: Mix softened cream cheese, a splash of milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth.

Chill Protein Bites: Place tray in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over each protein bite and top with fresh blueberries.