Cake Batter Lactation Bites
Last Updated on March 18, 2024 by Annie
Step up your lactation snack game with these vegan cake batter lactation bites. Made with vegan vanilla protein powder and cashew butter, these no-bake energy bites come together in under 10 minutes for a simple snack you can enjoy at a moment’s notice.
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Vegan Cake Batter Lactation Bites
We are currently still in the two under two phase at our home (and will continue to be for a good number of months). While both of our children have been healthy, strong sleepers, and great eaters (we count our blessings everyday) they are also both pretty active.
With the toddler running around the house and the other rolling across the room every time we set her down, what I need are snacks I can grab and go with in a moments notice. (Not to mention snacks I can sneak when the toddler isn’t looking…)
Granola bars, overnight oats, and lactation bites have made such a huge impact when it comes to filling and flavorful snacks! These cake batter lactation bites have all the flavor of funfetti cake with the added health benefits of protein, fiber, and lactation boosting ingredients.
Why We Love Cake Batter Lactation Bites
With a boost of protein, these colorful, flavorful, and good for you lactation bites are sure to hit the spot. Some other reasons we love these easy cake batter bites include:
- Cake Batter Flavor– The cashew butter and almond extract give these delicious energy bites the flavor of vanilla cake batter and we just can’t get enough of it!
- Easy to make– They come together in about 10 minutes making them a perfect snack to make during nap time.
- One-handed treat– Enjoy these lactation bites on the go or while you are nursing.
Dairy-Free and Vegan Swaps
A few ingredients that help keep this delicious recipe dairy-free and vegan include:
- Maple Syrup– Added to sweeten the lactation bites.
- Vegan Vanilla Protein– Gives an extra boost of plant protein and vanilla flavor to these delicious no-bake lactation bites.
How to Make Cake Batter Lactation Bites
MILK BOOSTING INGREDIENTS
This recipe contains 3 different ingredients known to help boost milk production.
- Brewer’s Yeast (Amazon affiliate link)– Packed with iron, protein, and vitamin B this superfood is a galactagogue – Greek for a substance that promotes lactation.
- Old-Fashioned Oats + Oat Flour– Iron rich oatmeal helps promote the production of breast milk.
- Ground Flax Seed– Made from ground flaxseeds, this contains phytoestrogens (AKA dietary estrogens) which are structurally similar to estrogen produced by the body and have the potential to have effects similar to estrogen.
Additional Ingredients:
In addition to the milk boosting ingredients of brewer’s yeast, old-fashioned oats, and ground flax seed, this recipe also contains:
- Cashew butter
- Maple syrup
- Water
- Vanilla Vegan Protein
- Vanilla + Almond Extract
- Salt
- Sprinkles
Step-by-Step Directions for Cake Batter Lactation Bites
- Make flax egg: In a small bowl mix together ground flax and water. Let sit at least 5 minutes.
- Measure ingredients: In a large bowl, pour oat flour, oats, vanilla protein powder, brewer’s yeast, cashew butter, maple syrup, almond and vanilla extract, flax mixture, and sprinkles.
- Mix together into an evenly distributed consistency.
- Scoop and roll: With a 1 1/2- Tablespoon sized cookie scoop, scoop the batter and roll into balls.
- Enjoy right away or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
Here are a few ingredients and kitchen gadgets that will help make these cake batter lactation bites in no time.
- Vegan Protein Powder– Adds a little extra vanilla flavor with a boost of protein.
- Brewer’s Yeast– Great for adding into smoothies, oatmeal, and more for boosting your milk supply.
- 1.5-Tablespoon Cookie Scoop– Used to scoop the lactation bites into an easy to store size.
STORING AND FREEZING HEALTHY LACTATION BITES
Once rolled and ready, here are the best ways to store your vegan lactation bites.
- Refrigerator- Keep chilled in an airtight container or ziplock bag for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
- Freezer– For longer storage or to meal prep these lactation bites before your due date follow the recipe and roll into balls. Store the balls in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
- Thawing– When you are ready to dive into these healthy snack bites, simply remove the desired amount from the freezer and transfer to the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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Cake Batter Lactation Bites
Get all the flavor of funfetti cake in these simple vegan cake batter lactation bites.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Ground Flax
- ¼ cup + 1 Tablespoon Water
- 1 cup Oat Flour
- 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats
- ¼ cup Vanilla Protein Powder vegan
- 1 Tablespoon Brewer's Yeast
- ½ cup Cashew Butter
- ¼ cup Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla
- ¼ cup Sprinkles
Instructions
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In a small bowl mix together ¼ cup ground flax and ¼ cup + 1 Tablespoon water. Let sit at least 5 minutes.
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In a large bowl, pour 1 cup oat flour, 1 cup Old-fashioned oats, ¼ cup vegan vanilla protein powder, 1 Tablespoon brewer's yeast, ½ cup cashew butter, ¼ cup maple syrup, 1 teaspoon almond and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, the flax mixture, and ¼ cup sprinkles.
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Mix together into an evenly distributed consistency.
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With a 1 1/2- Tablespoon sized cookie scoop, scoop the batter and roll into balls.
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Enjoy right away or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
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