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Last updated on May 16, 2018. Originally posted on June 29, 2015 By Maryea / 53 Comments

Strawberry Shortcake Energy Balls

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Strawberry Shortcake Energy Balls recipe. These energy bites taste like CAKE!! So easy to make and these are a perfect healthy snack. We love these as a portable grab-and-go snack. Gluten-free, vegan.

I don’t even know where to start with these energy balls.  Energy bites, energy balls, whatever you want to call them.  These healthy, bite-sized snacks TASTE LIKE CAKE.  Sorry.  I didn’t mean to yell at you.  But I’m just a little bit excited about throwing a few simple, clean ingredients together and having them taste like cake.

I get excited about recipes like this because I’m so passionate about creating healthy recipes that taste good.  I want the world to know that healthy, clean-eating recipes don’t have to taste like cardboard.  You don’t have to turn to processed foods.  Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated.  Simple ingredients can come together to make flavorful foods that nourish your body.

I’m here to tell you, you can have your cake and eat it, too.

Strawberry Shortcake Energy balls--this recipe tastes just like strawberry CAKE! I love it! Healthy snack recipe. Vegan and gluten free energy ball recipe.

 

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Strawberry Shortcake Energy Balls recipe. These energy bites taste like CAKE!! So easy to make and these are a perfect healthy snack. We love these as a portable grab-and-go snack. Gluten-free, vegan.

Strawberry Shortcake Energy Balls


  • Author: Healthy Happy Mama
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 16 balls 1x
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Description

These healthy, bite-sized snacks TASTE LIKE CAKE.


Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups freeze dried strawberries (such as these)

1 cup soft pitted dates

3/4 cup cashews

3 tablespoons hemp seeds (optional)

1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar

1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract


Instructions

Put the freeze dried strawberries in a food processor or powerful blender and process until they turn into a powder.  Add the dates, cashews, vanilla extract, and honey and process until the dates and cashews are well broken down.  If the mixture sticks together when you press it in between your thumb and fingers, it’s ready. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.  Alternatively, you can line a bread pan with parchment paper, press the mixture into the pan, and then cut it into bars. (Like I did with these Pumpkin Spice Energy Bars.)  Enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 84
  • Sugar: 8.2g
  • Sodium: 1.2mg
  • Fat: 3.6g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Protein: 2.4g

Keywords: energy balls

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Strawberry Shortcake Energy Balls recipe. These energy bites taste like CAKE!! So easy to make and these are a perfect healthy snack. We love these as a portable grab-and-go snack. Gluten-free, vegan.

If you love energy balls, bars, and bites like these, you may want to check out one of these recipes:

Chocolate Bliss BallsThese Chocolate Bliss Balls are made with just 4 ingredients. No baking--they are ready in minutes! A great healthy snack idea.Tahini-Maple Energy Balls

4-ingredient energy bites. Nut-free. Vegan.

Or check out all of my healthy snack recipes!  Have a great week, everyone.

 

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  1. Priya says

    June 1, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    Hi Maryea!

    can I use fresh strawberries instead of dried frozen ones? And are the cashews raw/ roasted? Recently discovered your blog and am loving it!

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 1, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Hi Priya! I’m glad you found me. 🙂 Unfortunately, I don’t think fresh strawberries will work here. I think the mixture would be too wet. I have used both raw and roasted cashews in this recipe, so either works.

      Reply
  2. Hasan says

    May 8, 2017 at 11:17 am

    Wowww. I wanna make this for my family. I hope its will be awesome. Thanks

    Reply
  3. Anna says

    February 27, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    Wow! I just made these today and they are awesome. I would have never thought to use freeze-dried fruit in a date ball. Thanks for the fun treat idea! My kiddos will love them.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      February 27, 2017 at 1:26 pm

      You’re welcome! Thanks for letting me know, Anna! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kariann says

    November 20, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    Do you use raw cashews in this recipe? Thank you.

    Reply
  5. Anjali says

    October 10, 2016 at 12:09 pm

    The strawberry shortcake energy balls look so delicious. Strawberries are my favorite fruit. The nuts in the recipe are very healthy. I will surely try the recipe. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      October 10, 2016 at 12:39 pm

      I hope you love this, Anjali! This is one of my family’s very favorite snacks.

      Reply
  6. Jodi says

    April 23, 2016 at 9:54 pm

    Do you think these could be frozen and saved for later? They are really good!!!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      April 24, 2016 at 7:44 am

      Yes, I do think these could be frozen!

      Reply
  7. Christine says

    February 14, 2016 at 2:34 pm

    Just made these, they’re great! I added about a tablespoon of chia seeds. Very pretty for Valentine’s Day!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      February 14, 2016 at 3:05 pm

      Perfect for Valentine’s Day! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Teri says

    February 8, 2016 at 3:16 am

    Hi! Do you have any suggestions for what I can use as a substitute for the cashews? If it were a smaller amount I would just leave them out but 3/4 cup is a good sized amount! We have a nut allergy in the house but I would really like to try these! Thanks!

    Reply
  9. niya says

    September 3, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    This is really amazing energy balls (X the recipe is great.. thankyou for this gift.

    Reply
  10. Michele says

    July 20, 2015 at 10:01 am

    Just wanted to tell you that I finally got around to making these this past weekend and they are so good! Husband and 2 1/2 year old son agreed. Great recipe! Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      July 20, 2015 at 11:41 am

      You’re welcome! I’ve been making a double recipe of these every week since I posted this. They’ve been a bit hit over here as well. 🙂 Thanks for coming back to let me know!

      Reply
  11. Megan says

    July 4, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    Anything that tastes like cake I will definitely be trying! I’ve been experimenting a lot with no-bake strawberry and cherry bites lately and these sound perfect!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      July 6, 2015 at 8:35 am

      Mmmm cherry would be delicious too!

      Reply
  12. Meg @ Noming thru Life says

    June 30, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    This is a great idea Maryea! I’m always looking for quick eats or bites for those busy days, and these definitely fit the bill! They are so Larabar-esque too. Love it!

    Reply
  13. Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says

    June 30, 2015 at 1:08 am

    I’ve been wanting to make some snack balls with dried strawberries! I will have to try this recipe. ASAP.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 30, 2015 at 6:19 am

      They give such great strawberry flavor. I think you’ll love these!

      Reply
  14. Earl-Leigh says

    June 29, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    Yum! Simple ingredients that I already have in the cabinet. I will probably make ours into bars 🙂

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 8:53 pm

      I hope you love them!

      Reply
  15. Lowanda J says

    June 29, 2015 at 2:10 pm

    Simple ingredients, quick, and tasty…Now that’s my type of recipe. Thanks for sharing. I could use these little bites!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 8:53 pm

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  16. Sam @ PancakeWarriors says

    June 29, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    Wow these are the perfect summer snack! I would love to make these for pre-workout fuel! Love how simple they are!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 8:53 pm

      They are a great snack before a workout!

      Reply
  17. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    June 29, 2015 at 11:47 am

    Yum! These are my kind of balls! Hehe!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 9:23 pm

      Can’t go wrong with a strawberry ball! 😉

      Reply
  18. Carrie Chance says

    June 29, 2015 at 10:37 am

    I LOVE energy balls. But I haven’t made any in months. I am going to have to make some soon and these look really good.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 9:24 pm

      These are such a fun departure from my regular combinations, which usually involve nut butter and chocolate. 🙂

      Reply
  19. MryJhnsn (@mryjhnsn) says

    June 29, 2015 at 9:57 am

    I love strawberry and these sound wonderful! I sure could use a bit of sweet from time to time and these would certainly be a great option.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 29, 2015 at 9:24 pm

      They are definitely a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth!

      Reply

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