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Carrot Cake Energy Balls

Delicious Carrot Cake Energy Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

These Carrot Cake Energy Balls combine wholesome ingredients for a nutritious and delicious snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Oats Rolled oats can be replaced with quick oats.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Fresh and finely shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Raisins Can be substituted with dried cranberries or chopped dates.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts (chopped) Can be swapped for almonds or pecans.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to your preference.
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Nut Butter Almond butter, peanut butter, or sunflower seed butter works.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be left out for a more neutral taste.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can also be used.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carrot Cake Energy Balls
  1. Shred the fresh carrots using a food processor or box grater and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Combine rolled oats, raisins, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, creamy nut butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup with the shredded carrots in the mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  4. Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls, aiming for approximately 12 equal-sized energy balls.
  5. Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for long-term storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These energy balls are customizable; feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or coconut for added flavor and texture.

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