Description
Snack time just got a whole lot sweeter with these Strawberry Shortcake Energy Bites! Perfect for a variety of occasions, from quick breakfasts to post-workout snacks, these delightful bites combine real strawberries and creamy flavors for a wholesome treat. Easy to make and packed with nutrition, they’re an excellent way to satisfy cravings guilt-free. Kids love them too, making them a fun addition to any family snack routine. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up these energy bites in no time, ensuring you have a delicious grab-and-go option ready for whenever hunger strikes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 cup creamy cashew butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 3-4)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse rolled oats and cashews until they reach a flour-like consistency.
- Add pitted Medjool dates and pulse until finely chopped.
- Incorporate cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt; blend on low speed until sticky dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a bowl and mix in crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Roll into small balls using a cookie scoop or wet hands; arrange on parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze bites for 20-30 minutes until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in increments until smooth.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over bites and garnish with additional crushed strawberries while still wet.
- Return to fridge until chocolate sets; store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 139
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 8mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg