I am obsessed with these strawberry energy balls I eat a few times a week. I created these vegan strawberry keto crave crushers to combat my sugar cravings during the afternoon slump. For Valentine’s Day, many people crave chocolate and strawberries, so what better way to combine these two flavors and still stay on track with your nutrition? This keto strawberry dessert recipe is the best recipe if you're looking for a strawberry keto recipe or have a craving for strawberries while on keto. For anyone who has a craving for strawberries on the keto diet, try making these strawberry energy balls to kick those cravings to the curb.
Delicious Healthy Treats Perfect as a Valentine's Day Snack!
The chia seeds provide massive nutrients for a few calories. In addition, they are packed with fiber, as well as protein. They also contain high amounts of antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.
Almond Butter Health Benefits
Almond butter provides our body with additional fat for energy and crushes any cravings that we are having. I prefer sugar-free nut butter to keep this recipe low-sugar.
CACAO NIBS ADD SOMETHING EXTRA TO THE RECIPE
The cacao nibs give this a chocolate taste without adding sugary chocolate. If you don’t mind additional sugar content, you can substitute it with regular chocolate chips and any nut butter you have on hand.
MCT Powder Health Benefits
Nutiva MCT powder is a medium-chain triglyceride powder. Medium-chain triglycerides support metabolic function, as well as level out energy levels to avoid crashes. Also, I know many of you are following a ketogenic lifestyle.
This recipe is perfect for the keto diet. I love the brand Nutiva for their MCT powder with the added prebiotic acacia fiber. This fiber helps feed the bacteria inside the gastrointestinal tract, which promotes a healthy gut.
Pretty Pink Dust - My Secret Ingredient
Pretty pink dust is the secret ingredient that I add to many recipes. Goji berries are full of antioxidants. For this recipe, I added powdered strawberries, because they are yummy and it's pink for Valentine's Day.
Recipe Key Nutrients
Fiber | Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT)| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Copper | Manganese | Vitamin E | Vitamin A | Vitamin K | Vitamin B2
Vegan Strawberry Keto Craving Crusher Energy Balls
Vegan Strawberry Keto Craving Crusher Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 2 scoops Nutiva Organic MCT vanilla powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ¼ cup nut butter (I like almond butter)
- 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon pink dust (powdered goji berries) * recipe follows
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon dried strawberries, crushed (Natierra freeze dried strawberries)
Instructions
- Firstly, start by setting up your toppings on a plate. If you haven’t already prepared “pretty pink dust”, start by grinding up a handful of goji berries in a high-powered blender, like a Vitamix. I store my “pretty pink dust” in a Mason Jar to add to my oatmeal in the morning.
- After that, grind up the dried strawberries. Combine the dried strawberries with the “pretty pink dust”. Set out on a plate.
- Next, in a medium-sized bowl, combine the MCT powder, almond butter, and chia seeds. Once combined, roll 7 balls into the desired toppings.
- Place each ball in a baking cup. Place into the freezer or fridge to set up for 30 minutes. Enjoy.
Nutrition
I wanted to use goji berries in various other recipes. This is not only is a great flavor boost, but also an antioxidant rich topping to add to many other recipes.
Pretty Pink Dust Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup Goji berries, dried
Instructions
- First, grind the goji berries in a coffee grinder or food processor until a fine dust is formed.
- Next, sprinkle this pretty dust on any recipe where you would like to increase the antioxidant levels.
Nutrition
Enjoy These Strawberry Keto Energy Balls!
So, if you make this strawberry keto craving crusher energy balls recipe, let me know in the comment section below. Also, try my peanut butter energy bites for another healthy snack recipe.
I would also love to hear what you think, or take a photo of your keto strawberry dessert recipes and tag me @Eat_Your_Nutrition on Instagram.
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