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Carrot Cake Energy Balls

Delicious Carrot Cake Energy Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

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Enjoy guilt-free snacking with these Carrot Cake Energy Balls, full of wholesome ingredients and delicious flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats opt for gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots fresh carrots yield the best flavor
  • 1/2 cup Raisins dried cranberries or dates are substitutes
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts consider pecans or almonds for variety
Flavor Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon feel free to skip for a simpler taste
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Nut Butter unsweetened for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla extract is best
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup agave syrup or honey can work in its place

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Shred the Carrots. Peel and shred fresh carrots until you have about 1 cup.
  2. Step 2: Combine the Ingredients. In a mixing bowl, mix oats, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Step 3: Chill the Mixture. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Roll into Balls. Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
  5. Step 5: Store and Enjoy. Place in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

These energy balls are customizable; feel free to swap in different nuts or dried fruits as desired.

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