Description
Carrot energy balls are a nutritious, no-bake snack packed with shredded carrots, nuts, dates, and warm spices. These naturally sweetened bites are perfect for on-the-go energy, pre-workout fuel, or a healthy midday treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons flaxseeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients
- Wash, peel, and shred the carrots.
- If using dry dates, soak them in warm water for 5-10 minutes to soften.
- Blend the Mixture
- In a food processor, combine oats, shredded coconut, dates, and nuts (if using). Pulse until finely ground.
- Add shredded carrots, almond butter, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, chia seeds, and flaxseeds. Blend until a sticky dough forms.
- Shape the Energy Balls
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
- If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for 15 minutes before rolling.
- Chill and Store
- Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter.
- Extra Protein: Add 1-2 tablespoons of protein powder.
- More Sweetness: Include mini chocolate chips or raisins.
- Different Spices: Try adding ground ginger or cardamom.
- Coconut-Free: Substitute shredded coconut with extra oats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: snack
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: healthy
Keywords: carrot energy balls, no-bake snack, healthy energy bites, gluten-free snack, meal prep snacks