Indulge in our Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites with Almond Crust – a delightful and nutritious dessert option that combines the flavors of strawberry cheesecake with a crunchy almond crust.
Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites with Almond Crust
Satisfy your sweet tooth with our Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites with Almond Crust. These bite-sized treats feature a luscious cream cheese filling atop a nutty almond crust, all infused with the fruity goodness of strawberries.
Perfect for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free dessert, these energy bites are packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors in every bite!
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Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites with Almond Crust
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup dried strawberries
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (for coating)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 13g
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the almonds, dates, dried strawberries, and rolled oats until they form a sticky mixture.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a square baking dish or a lined baking sheet to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the almond crust.
- Place the baking dish or sheet in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to set.
- Once set, cut the chilled mixture into bite-sized squares or shapes.
- Roll each square in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries to coat the energy bites.
- Serve the Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites chilled and enjoy!
Service Suggestion
- Serve the Strawberry Cheesecake Energy Bites as a sweet ending to a dinner party or potluck.
- Pair with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a delightful afternoon treat.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute the dried strawberries with freeze-dried raspberries.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of shredded coconut to the crushed freeze-dried strawberries for added texture.
