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Healthy Cake Batter Balls

Looking for a healthy cake batter balls recipe that is completely gluten free, vegan, tastes like cookie dough, and can also be a protein packed dessert? This five ingredient no-bake recipe is perfect for kids and can be made in five minutes or less.
Course Dessert, gluten-free, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Healthy Cake Batter Balls
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 balls
Calories 128kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup cashew butter unsalted
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • ⅓ cup oat flour certified gluten free if necessary
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • sprinkles for rolling
  • *also tested with coconut flour and it works well but need to add another ½ teaspoon of almond extract to get cake batter taste.

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix together cashew butter, maple syrup, and almond extract.
  • Add in oat flour and salt, then mix until all combined.
  • Place dough in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up. 
  • Roll into balls and dip in sprinkles, if desired. If sprinkles aren't sticking, wet the outside of the balls slightly with hand.
  • Store in fridge or freezer! If freezer, defrost a few minutes before eating.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg