Summer Snacks: Strawberry Shortcake Energy Bites
Savor the taste of summer with these Strawberry Shortcake Energy Bites, a perfect blend of juicy strawberries and creamy peanut butter wrapped in wholesome oats. These no-bake treats offer a delightful, energizing snack that transports you back to carefree summer days. Quick and easy to make, they’re ideal for picnics, outdoor gatherings, or as a nutritious pick-me-up any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 energy bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop strawberries into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and coconut flakes until mixed well.
- Add peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and chopped strawberries; mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Roll mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg