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Healthy Carrot Cake Energy Balls on a Plate

Healthy Carrot Cake Energy Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking


  • Author: Eleanor
  • Total Time: 50
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Healthy Carrot Cake Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack, perfect for an energy boost any time of the day.


Ingredients

Scale

1 cup raw carrots

shredded

10 medjool dates

1/2 cup raw pecans

1/2 cup raw walnuts

1/2 cup rolled oats

2 tbsp chia seeds

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground ginger

sprinkle of sea salt

Optional: shredded coconut to cover

Optional: plain greek yogurt

creamy peanut butter to serve


Instructions

  • In a food processor, combine the shredded carrots, medjool dates, raw pecans, raw walnuts, rolled oats, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt.
  • Pulse until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky dough. You may need to scrape down the sides of the processor occasionally.
  • Once mixed, use your hands to form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) from the dough.
  • If desired, roll the balls in shredded coconut to coat them.
  • Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with a side of plain Greek yogurt or creamy peanut butter for added flavor.

Notes

Store these energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 energy ball
  • Calories: 145 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 25 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Healthy Carrot Cake Energy Balls, energy balls, healthy snacks, carrot cake, no-bake, gluten-free