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No-Bake Carrot Cake Energy Bites

No-Bake Carrot Cake Energy Bites

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bites 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Description

No-Bake Carrot Cake Energy Bites are a wholesome, naturally sweet snack packed with fiber, protein, and warm spices. Easy to prepare with no baking required, these portable bites offer the classic flavors of carrot cake in a nutritious, plant-based form perfect for on-the-go energy.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 10 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Spices & Flavorings

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Binding & Creaminess

  • 1/4 cup plant-based cream cheese (plant-based)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and finely grate the fresh carrots. Pit the dates and roughly chop the walnuts. Measure out the rolled oats, shredded coconut, spices, chia seeds, and natural gelling agent. This ensures all components are ready for easy blending.
  2. Blend the Dates and Carrots: In a food processor, pulse the dates and grated carrots until they form a sticky, cohesive mixture. This sticky base binds the bites naturally without added sugars.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Add the date-carrot mixture, plant-based cream cheese (plant-based), vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent to the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to combine. If the mixture feels crumbly, add a small amount of grape juice (natural) to help it come together.
  5. Form the Bites: Using your hands, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place each on a tray lined with parchment paper. Optionally, roll some in extra shredded coconut for texture and appearance.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the bites for at least one hour. The natural gelling agent and chia seeds will firm up the texture so the bites hold their shape perfectly.

Notes

  • Use soft Medjool dates for easier blending and binding.
  • Grate carrots finely to improve texture and integration.
  • Adjust spices by tasting before shaping; add more cinnamon or nutmeg as preferred.
  • If mixture does not stick well, add a splash of grape juice (natural) to enhance binding.
  • Store bites refrigerated to maintain freshness and firmness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Carrot cake energy bites, no bake snacks, healthy snack, vegan snacks, gluten free snacks, plant-based energy bites

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/no-bake-carrot-cake-energy-bites/