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Carrot Cake Energy Balls

Delicious Carrot Cake Energy Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy guilt-free snacking with Carrot Cake Energy Balls, a nutritious and delicious treat made with wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Soak in warm water to soften
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Substitute with sunflower or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Carrot Finely grated
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger Finely grated
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For Texture and Coating
  • 2 tbsp Chia Seeds Can be substituted with ground flax seeds
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut Optional for dusting

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the Medjool dates in warm water for about 5-10 minutes until they soften. Drain but reserve a bit of the soaking water.
  2. In a food processor, combine the softened dates, rolled oats, walnuts, finely grated carrot, chia seeds, fresh ginger, and vanilla extract. Blend until dough-like.
  3. Scoop out equal portions and roll them into bite-sized balls, about one inch in diameter.
  4. If using, roll each ball in shredded coconut to coat them lightly. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes to let the energy balls firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

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