Strawberry Almond Energy Bites
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4.3
Strawberry Almond Energy Bites
Description
Strawberry Almond Energy Bites are a blend of finely ground raw cashew nuts and almonds mixed with natural sweeteners like Medjool dates and flavored with freeze-dried strawberries, vanilla, and almond extracts. The combination forms a soft, pliable dough that is rolled into small balls, creating a portable snack with a pleasant chewiness and a balance of nutty and fruity notes.
The bites require no baking and are stored in an airtight container chilled or frozen, which helps maintain their shape and freshness. The freeze-dried strawberries provide a concentrated fruit flavor without moisture, keeping the bites firm. These energy bites make a convenient, wholesome snack ideal for quick fuel between meals or before activity.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cashew nuts raw
- 1/2 cup almonds unsalted
- 7 Medjool dates
- 1 cup freeze dried strawberries
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon water more or less as needed
Instructions
- In a food processor add the cashews and almonds and pulse until they are finely ground.Add in the remaining ingredients and pulse until everything starts to come together like a dough ball. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Form into approximately 20 balls about 2 teaspoons to scant 1 tablespoon each. Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 528mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 289mg | 321% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.3
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