Walnut Birthday Cake Bites

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

DESCRIPTION

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

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
30 Mins
Total Time
50 Mins
Calories
230
Total Fat
17
Saturated Fat
3.5
Polyunsaturated Fat
10.2
Monounsaturated Fat
2.615
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
40
Carbohydrates
16
Dietary Fiber
3
Total Sugars
11
Protein
4
Vitamin D
0
Calcium
30
Potassium
220

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.