Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Carrot Cake Energy Balls, a nutritious snack that captures the essence of your favorite dessert in a convenient bite-sized treat. Perfect for busy days or as a sweet pick-me-up, these energy balls are made with wholesome ingredients that provide essential nutrients and energy. With a quick preparation time and no baking needed, you can whip up a batch in just 15 minutes. Customize them to your liking by adding your choice of dried fruits or nuts. Enjoy these versatile bites anytime—whether as an on-the-go snack, a lunchbox treat for kids, or paired with your favorite beverage for a cozy afternoon indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup medjool dates (pits removed)
- 1/3 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- extra 1/2 cup shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a sticky dough forms.
- Scoop out portions using a spoon and roll them into small balls.
- Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut for added texture.
- Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg