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No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites
4.8 from 51 votes

No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites

No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites combine ground walnuts, shredded coconut, spices, vanilla, shredded carrot, and soft dates to create bite-sized snack balls with the flavor of carrot cake. The mixture is processed until crumbly and sticky, then formed and chilled to firm. Rolling in extra coconut adds texture. These bites offer a convenient, sweet treat without baking, with a chewy yet firm texture and balanced spice notes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 24 balls
Calories: 92 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 92

% 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.