Did you know September has more birthdays than any other month of the year?? Which checks out for my because both me and my sister have birthdays this month! So when September rolls around every year, sure I’m all for a gluten-free apple crisp and healthy pumpkin spice latte, but I also can’t help but bring out the birthday recipes. I kicked things off last week with my 5 ingredient birthday cake banana bread (a must bake, wether it’s your birthday or not!), and now I’m keeping the celebrations going with these healthy birthday cake energy bites. They’re packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats – yet perfectly sweet and excitingly festive! Meal prep a batch of these at the start of your week and enjoy a quick and easy no-bake sweet treat all week long. 🥳

I use and love these dye-free rainbow sprinkles from Amazon!

Why You’ll Love These Birthday Cake Energy Bites

• Effortless & Fun: These energy bites deliver nostalgic cake-batter flavor with zero baking—just simple mixing and rolling.
• Balanced Nutrition: With nut butter, almond flour, flaxseed, and honey, each bite offers a nourishing blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
• Kid- (and inbox-ready) Approved: Sprinkles make them feel celebratory, while the wholesome ingredients keep parents happy.

What Makes This Recipe Healthy

• Protein & Healthy Fats from almond flour and cashew butter (or any nut/seed butter) for lasting satiety.
• Fiber Boost from ground flaxseed—your energy bites just got a fiber upgrade!
• Natural Sweetness via honey (or maple syrup) keeps added sugar in check and skips the refined stuff.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

• Nut-Free: Use sunflower seed butter instead of cashew butter.
• Low-Sugar: Swap honey for a stevia syrup or reduce to 3 tbsp.
• Flavor Kicks: Add a pinch of cinnamon, a swirl of cocoa powder, or roll in toasted coconut.

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• Freeze for up to 3 months; bite-sized and ready for anytime snacking.