Strawberries and Cream Energy Balls
Strawberries and Cream Energy Balls are a healthy snack both kids and adults will love. Vegan, Paleo, and free of refined sugar, these tasty treats come together in just 10 minutes and are freezer-friendly. If you grew up eating Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake Frozen Dessert Bars like I did, this recipe will feel mighty nostalgic for you. These vegan and Paleo energy bites are packed with nutritious, satiating ingredients like nuts, seeds, and fruit.
They come together in just 10 minutes and will become a household favorite snack. Blitz up a batch and store them in the fridge, and you have healthy treats on deck any time hunger strikes. Each energy ball delivers 4g of protein, and almost 2g of fiber, plus a host of good-for-you nutrients. These energy balls are also super adaptable. Not a fan of coconut? No problem–there are instructions for achieving the perfect texture without. Strawberries not your jam? Swap them for any freeze-dried fruit you fancy! Hate the taste of dates? I promise you can’t even detect them in the recipe. The beauty of these bites is they come together completely in the food processor–no other tools needed! Plus, they require minimal time and ingredients, and offer more nutritional perks than most snacks on the market.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 6 pitted Medjool dates
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 1/3 cup creamy cashew butter
- 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp. hemp seeds or chia seeds
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries