No-Bake Carrot Cake Energy Balls
If you love the warm, cozy flavors of carrot cake but want something quick, healthy, and meal-prep friendly, these Carrot Cake Protein Energy Balls are about to become your new go-to snack. Made with wholesome ingredients and packed with protein, these no-bake bites are perfect for busy moms, post-workout fuel, or a guilt-free sweet treat.
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup medjool dates (4-5 dates) pits removed
- 1 cup finely shredded carrots
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 scoop of unflavored protein powder dates are already very sweet so if you add a sweet protein powder, it will might be overpowering or 2 scoops of collagen
- 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
- If your dates are dry, soak them in a hot water and then drain well. This will help to soften them and to be more gentle on your food processor.
- Add all the ingredients to a food processor and pulse until combined.
- Scoop out some dough using a spoon and roll into balls.
- Roll each ball into the shredded coconut to coat.
- Place in the fridge to firm up for at least one hour