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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers / Small Bites

    Published: Jan 21, 2019 · Modified: Aug 10, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Carrot Cake Energy Bites

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    These healthy no-bake Carrot Cake Energy Bites are sweetened with dates. They're perfect for kids as an after-school snack.

    Carrot Cake Energy Bites stacked on a plate.

    I've decided that these Carrot Cake Energy Bites are my absolute favorite way to eat carrots. Sure, carrots taste great in a Tofu Stir Fry, Tofu Frittata, or Tofu Noodle Soup, but carrot cake-flavored energy balls, I mean come on!

    The true stars of these vegan energy bites actually take up the least amount of real estate. Equal amounts of nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice take these bites to dessert status.

    Of course, these are healthy enough to eat any time of the day, but the spices make them feel like you're eating dessert.

    Since there are fresh carrots in these, you'll want to eat them up within a week or less, but not to worry, they'll be gone before that.

    Other recipes to try are my Carrot Ginger Juice recipe, Carrot Cake Overnight Oatmeal, and Carrot Fries recipe.

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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • They taste like dessert, but they are really healthy.
    • They're simple and easy to make.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Carrots: I used baby carrots that were peeled to save myself time.
    • Walnuts: Pecans would also taste great in this recipe.
    • Rolled oats: I used gluten-free rolled oats. Oat flour would also work.
    • Dates: I used pitted dates to make things easier. Any variety of dates will work. While you're add it, you may want to make some Cranberry Cashew Bars.
    • Nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice: Add warm spice flavor. You could also use pumpkin spice mix.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness.
    • Shredded coconut: Adds a mild coconut flavor and makes the energy bites look pretty.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Ingredients in a food processor before mixing.

    Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a food processor.

    Mixed ingredients in a food processor.

    Step 2: Mix until combined. Refrigerate.

    💭 Tip

    Soak the dates in hot water to soften them up.

    Carrot Cake Energy Bites with a ramekins of shredded coconut on a cutting board. Some have coconut, two do not.

    Step 3: Roll the mixture into balls, then roll in shredded coconut.

    Carrot Cake Energy Bites stacked on a plate.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Are energy bites good for you?

    These carrot cake energy bites have carrots, walnuts, rolled oats, and dates, making them a healthy snack.

    How long do energy bites last?

    Since these energy bites have fresh carrots they last up to 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Can you freeze energy bites?

    Yes, you can freeze these carrot cake energy bites in a freezer-safe container. They'll last up to 3 months in the freezer.

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    If you tried this Carrot Cake Energy Bites Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

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    Carrot Cake Energy Bites

    These healthy no-bake Carrot Cake Energy Bites are sweetened with dates. They're perfect for kids as an after school snack. 
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    refrigerate 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time 40 minutes minutes
    Servings 14 balls
    Calories 70kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup peeled and cut carrots
    • ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
    • ½ cup walnuts
    • ½ cup pitted dates
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon allspice
    • Pinch salt
    • ⅓ cup finely shredded coconut
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients except the coconut to a food processor. Mix until a ball forms. Place in the fridge for about 30 minutes to an hour.
    • Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and form a ball. Repeat with the rest of the mixture.
    • Roll balls in finely shredded coconut. Store in the fridge.

    Notes

    Soak the dates in hot water to soften them up.
    These energy bites will last up to 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge.
    If you want to make extra and freeze them, they'll last up to 3 months in the freezer.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1260IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.5mg

    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Brigette says

      August 28, 2019 at 9:30 am

      These look amazing and I have all the ingredients. Now if my kids like them it will be a total win.

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    2. Katie Waldorf says

      June 17, 2019 at 10:58 am

      Could I take out the walnuts in this recipe?

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      • Willow Moon says

        June 17, 2019 at 11:56 am

        Definitely! You could use another nut like pecan or omit them altogether. If you omit them, I'm not sure how the consistency will be - you may need more rolled oats to bind the bites together.

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