Carrot Cake Energy Bites

5 from 1 vote

Simple, yet delicious Carrot Cake Energy Bites taste just like a slice of carrot cake! These no-bake healthy snacks are made with nuts, vanilla, dates, shredded carrot, spices and shredded coconut. Completely vegan & gluten free for the perfect grab-and-go treat!

Prep Time10

Chill time30

Total Time40

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Servings: bites

Author: Rena

Ingredients

1 cup raw cashews walnut, or almonds work
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup soft Medjool dates pitted
1 medium carrot peeled & shredded (about 1/2 cup)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp ground ginger
1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut plus more to coat

Instructions

In a food processor, place the cashews (or whatever nuts you are using), shredded coconut, ginger, and cinnamon. Process until you get a coarse powder-like mixture.
Next, add the shredded carrots, vanilla, and dates. Process until you get a crumbly and sticky texture that’s good enough to roll into balls. Do not over process or it will get too greasy.
With your finger, you can press down on the mixture to see if it's sticky and forming to your touch. If so, they are perfect and ready to roll.
Using a scoop or spoon, scoop a tablespoon size amount and roll it into balls using your hands. Repeat this until all the dough is formed into balls.
Roll each ball over shredded coconut until they are coated and transfer onto a flat surface like a pan or plate and place in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set. Once they are set they are ready to serve and store.

Notes

To store, place the balls into a container with a lid and store them in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for up to 1 month. If frozen, let them soften at room temperature for about 5 to 10 minutes before enjoying.

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