Description
These Carrot Cake Energy Balls are a delicious, no-bake snack packed with natural sweetness and warm spices. Made with shredded carrots, dates, nuts, and oats, they provide a perfect energy boost while tasting like a bite of carrot cake! Vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free—ideal for a healthy treat on the go.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup walnuts (or pecans)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Blend: In a food processor, pulse the dates, walnuts, and oats until crumbly.
- Add Flavor: Mix in shredded carrots, coconut, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and chia seeds. Blend until sticky.
- Form Balls: Scoop small portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 1 Energy Ball)
- Calories: ~80
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~5mg
- Fat: ~4g
- Saturated Fat: ~1g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~10g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 energy balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Keywords: Carrot Cake Energy Balls, No-Bake Snack, Healthy Energy Balls, Vegan Snack, Gluten-Free Snack
Notes
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- If the mixture is too sticky, add more oats. If too dry, add a tablespoon of water or extra dates.
- For extra texture and flavor, roll the energy balls in shredded coconut or crushed nuts.
- You can substitute walnuts with almonds, pecans, or cashews.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Perfect as a pre-workout snack, afternoon pick-me-up, or healthy dessert!
Nutrition
- Calories: ~80
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~5mg
- Fat: ~4g
- Saturated Fat: ~1g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~10g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
