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product_id: 64591636
title: "- Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count"
brand: "gu energy"
price: "$39.99"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Gu Energy"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/64591636-original-energy-gels-birthday-cake-8-count
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region: United States of America
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# 100 calories rapid energy Vegan, gluten & dairy free 60mg sodium + 40mg potassium electrolytes - Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count

**Brand:** gu energy
**Price:** $39.99
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎉 Fuel your hustle with Birthday Cake energy — guilt-free, game-changing, and race-ready!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** - Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count by gu energy
- **How much does it cost?** $39.99 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- gu energy enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gu energy brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Muscle Recovery Aid:** Branched-chain amino acids reduce muscle damage and mental fatigue for faster bounce-back.
- • **Clean & Conscious Fuel:** Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and kosher certified for mindful athletes.
- • **Sustained Energy Boost:** 100 calories of fast-absorbing carbs to power your peak performance every 20-30 minutes.
- • **Electrolyte Hydration Support:** Balanced 60mg sodium and 40mg potassium to maintain optimal hydration and muscle function.
- • **Effortless On-the-Go Nutrition:** Compact, easy-to-dispense packets designed for seamless fueling during intense workouts or races.

## Overview

GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel delivers 100 calories of quick-absorbing carbohydrates, essential electrolytes (60mg sodium, 40mg potassium), and branched-chain amino acids in a convenient, vegan and gluten-free packet. Designed for endurance athletes, this caffeine-free Birthday Cake flavor supports sustained energy, hydration, and muscle recovery during any workout or race.

## Description

GU Energy Gel is your go-to source for clean, fast energy during activity. With a mix of simple and complex carbs, electrolytes, and amino acids, it helps you stay energized, focused, and ready for whatever comes next. Designed for convenience, it’s easy to take, easy to digest, and made to support performance at any level.

Review: Good for energy and easy to dispense and consume while running and breathing heavily - I purchased 3 different products to help me with fuel during a half marathon. I'm reviewing all 3 and will copy this review to the other two. My first purchase was KrampKrusher energy gummies. The second product was GU energy gel. The third product was Wasatch Nectar Honey. They were all good products but for different reasons. I liked the KrampKrushers but they were hard to get out of the bag while running so I used those about 60 minutes prior to a training run. They were super salty and had a tart lemon flavor. The Wasatch Nectar was easy to dispense and tasted fantastic but made my saliva super thick. Unless you are near a water station or carrying your own fluids, I don't recommend this product during a run. I ended up using this product at the start of the run or race with a little bit of water. The GU was my favorite fuel during the race. Birthday cake flavor was a little more intense than I would have liked but, like the Honey, it was very easy to dispense and consume while also running and breathing heavily. It also did not thicken my saliva. I think all three products served their purpose but timing of use became an important factor for me. I'm glad I tried them ahead of time and found out the drawbacks of each before race day. If you do the same, you'll know what to expect and should have pretty good luck with the product.
Review: Nice new flavor - Great Flavor! No upset stomach. I use these often for every long run.

## Features

- The Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel designed to help athletes perform their best; 100 calories and essential electrolytes in a portable packet
- Use for training or racing year-round! Take one packet every 20-30 minutes during activity and make sure to hydrate.
- Branched-chain amino acids to help decrease muscle damage and mental fatigue
- Birthday Cake is Caffeine Free, Vegan, and Gluten Free. Contains 60mg Sodium, 40mg Potassium.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079X3126K |
| ASIN  | B079X3126K |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #443 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Endurance & Energy Chews & Gels |
| Brand Name | GU Energy |
| Container Type | Packet |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (733) |
| Date First Available  | February 19, 2018 |
| Flavor | Birthday Cake |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00769493102850 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Item Type Name | Energy Gel with Electrolytes |
| Item model number  | 124419 |
| Manufacturer | GU Energy Labs |
| Manufacturer  | GU Energy Labs |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 8 |
| Product Dimensions  | 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches; 10.41 ounces |
| Size | 8 Count |
| Specialty | Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Kosher Certified |
| UPC | 769493102850 |
| Unit Count | 8 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** GU Energy
- **Flavor:** Birthday Cake
- **Item Form:** Gel
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package Information:** Packet

## Images

![- Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61iMrWSXEYL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I’m picky,  what flavor is the best?**
A: I personally didn't Iike the flavor , it was wayyyy too sweet and the texture was somewhere between a gel and a syrup. I had the berry flavor.

**Q: When is the expiration date of all of them?**
A: The expiration on our Salted Caramel GU is April 2018

**Q: The picture only shows salted caramel. Is this an assorted box? And does it have 24 like the description says or just 8 as is listed in the title**
A: Don't know got peppermint

**Q: Are there 8 or 24?  My assumption is 8.  The product description is misleading.**
A: There are 8 in a box.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for energy and easy to dispense and consume while running and breathing heavily
*by M***T on December 2, 2019*

I purchased 3 different products to help me with fuel during a half marathon. I'm reviewing all 3 and will copy this review to the other two. My first purchase was KrampKrusher energy gummies. The second product was GU energy gel. The third product was Wasatch Nectar Honey. They were all good products but for different reasons. I liked the KrampKrushers but they were hard to get out of the bag while running so I used those about 60 minutes prior to a training run. They were super salty and had a tart lemon flavor. The Wasatch Nectar was easy to dispense and tasted fantastic but made my saliva super thick. Unless you are near a water station or carrying your own fluids, I don't recommend this product during a run. I ended up using this product at the start of the run or race with a little bit of water. The GU was my favorite fuel during the race. Birthday cake flavor was a little more intense than I would have liked but, like the Honey, it was very easy to dispense and consume while also running and breathing heavily. It also did not thicken my saliva. I think all three products served their purpose but timing of use became an important factor for me. I'm glad I tried them ahead of time and found out the drawbacks of each before race day. If you do the same, you'll know what to expect and should have pretty good luck with the product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice new flavor
*by T***P on October 1, 2025*

Great Flavor! No upset stomach. I use these often for every long run.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Favorite flavor and running supplement
*by C***E on September 2, 2024*

GU is already my go-to fuel during long runs - no stomach pains, easy to eat while moving, and the package doesn’t get too sticky. Flavor: childhood in a nutshell - fake vanilla flavor with a hint of chocolate from “sprinkles”. Not overly sweet at all. Effectiveness: definitely gives a boost of energy before or during an activity. Usually eaten every 45 minutes and it keeps me balanced throughout the run.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-05-11*