Walnut Birthday Cake Bites

Birthday Cake Bites

DESCRIPTION

These better-for-you birthday cake bites get their nutrition from walnuts and a dose of fun from colorful sprinkles.

Total Time
50 Mins
Serves
18
Serving Size
1 cake bite
Meal
Dessert Snack
Course
Desserts Snack

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
30 Mins
Total Time
50 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
230 cal
Total Fat
17 g
Saturated Fat
3.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
10.2 g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.615 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
40 mg
Carbohydrates
16 g
Dietary Fiber
3 g
Total Sugars
11 g
Protein
4 g
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
30 mg
Potassium
220 mg

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup California walnut butter

  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup California walnuts

  • 6 tablespoons ground flaxseed

  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

  • 2 tablespoons sprinkles, plus additional for rolling

Preparation

  1. Place walnut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Mix with a rubber scraper to combine.

  2. Place walnuts in a small blender or food processor. Pulse until a fine meal is formed to make walnut flour. Add to the bowl along with flaxseed and salt; stir until well mixed and dough begins to form. Fold in sprinkles.

  3. Use a tablespoon sized scoop to portion dough into 18 pieces. Roll each portion gently into balls with hands and roll each ball in additional sprinkles.

  4. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in the freezer for 30 minute to set.

  5. Once set, transfer to an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Enjoy straight from the freezer or leave out at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften a bit before eating.