Description
Fresh Strawberry Energy Bites are naturally sweet with just the right amount of crunch. A perfect on-the-go snack for summer!
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup organic freeze-dried strawberries* (optional)
- 1 cup pitted medjool dates, about 8
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ¼ teaspoon organic vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh organic strawberries, cut in half
- shredded coconut for rolling (optional)
Instructions
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Put the 2/3 cup of the freeze dried strawberries into a food processor and process until a they are broken into tiny pieces. Remove half of them and set aside to roll the bites in later, if desired.
- Combine the dates, cashews, walnuts, coconut flour and vanilla in a food processor until you get a coarse crumble and the nuts are broken up into tiny pieces (but not fully ground). The mixture will form a coarse paste-like consistency.
- Add strawberries. Process until dispersed throughout mixture, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Using your hands roll the dough into approximately 20 1″ balls (or any size you want).
- Place them on a plate and roll them into either additional dried strawberries* or shredded coconut.and put into the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up.
- After 1 hour, take the bites out of the fridge and enjoy.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to a month.
Notes
Freeze dried strawberries give these bites a rich strawberry taste, but they can be made with just the fresh strawberries if unavailable. Skip step 1 if not using dried strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Cuisine: Paleo, Gluten Free, Vegan Seasonal, Farm to Table