No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites
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4.8
No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites
Description
No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites feature a blend of raw walnuts and shredded coconut processed to a coarse flour, combined with cinnamon, ginger, salt, vanilla extract, shredded carrot, and pitted Medjool dates. The dates act as a natural sweetener and binder, providing moisture and chewiness. Once mixed to a sticky but crumbly texture, the mixture is scooped and rolled into bite-sized balls, optionally coated with extra coconut for a textured exterior. Chilling in the fridge or freezer firms the bites for easier handling and a pleasant firmness. These bites store well for up to a week in the fridge and are best enjoyed chilled directly from refrigeration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnut raw
- 1 cup coconut plus extra for rolling, shredded, unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ heaping teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium carrot , peeled & shredded (about ½ cup)
- ¾ cup Medjool dates pitted (see notes, soft
Instructions
- In a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade, combine the walnuts, coconut, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Secure the lid and pulse briefly, until the mixture looks like a coarse flour.
- Add in the vanilla extract, shredded carrots, and dates and process again until the mixture looks crumbly. Be careful not to over-process the mixture, or it could become greasy. As soon as the mixture sticks together when pressed between your fingers, it's ready to roll.
- Scoop the batter using a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop, and roll it between your hands to make a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture and arrange the balls on a pan or plate lined with parchment paper. Roll the balls in extra coconut, if desired.
- Place them in the fridge or freezer to let the carrot cake balls firm up for 1 hour. Once chilled, you can transfer the balls to an airtight container to store in the fridge for up to a week. I recommend eating these straight from the fridge, but they'll also hold up well in a packed lunch. They will become softer as they come to room temperature, so just keep in mind they will become squishier when not chilled.
Notes
- Ensure Medjool dates are soft and pliable by soaking them in hot water for 10-15 minutes if needed, then draining before use.
- Nutrition information is estimated per bite assuming 24 pieces per batch.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Enjoy these bites chilled for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 92kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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