Carrot Cake Balls
These no-bake carrot cake balls pack the classic flavors of carrot cake into a quick, healthy, delicious 6-ingredient snack. Gluten-free, vegan, with no added sugar or oil!
Servings 16 balls
Ingredients
- 100 g (½ cup) dates pitted (see notes)
- 60 g (½ cup) walnuts (see notes)
- 60 g (⅔ cup) oats (see notes)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch of salt
- 100 g (¾ cup) carrot finely grated
Instructions
- You can watch the video for visual instructions.First, if the dates are dry, soak them in hot water for 5-10 minutes to soften, then drain.
- Also, wash, peel (if desired), and finely grate the carrot.
- Blend the dates, walnuts, oats, and spices (cinnamon, ginger, and salt) in a food processor until the mixture sticks when pressed between fingers.
- Add the shredded carrot and pulse a few times until evenly combined.
- Divide and roll the mixture into about 16 balls (about 20 grams each).
- Roll the balls in desiccated coconut for a simple coating. Alternatively, chill them first, then dip in melted white vegan chocolate for a sweet finish. Enjoy!
Notes
- Dates: You can use dried figs or apricots instead (same amount in grams).
- Walnuts: Feel free to swap them with any other nuts or seeds.
- Oats: If needed, use certified gluten-free oats. Substitute with buckwheat or quinoa flakes if needed.
- Extra Flavor: Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground cloves for more depth.
Nutrition Facts
Carrot Cake Balls
Serving Size
1 ball
Amount per Serving
Calories
59
% Daily Value*
Fat
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
0.3
g
2
%
Sodium
29
mg
1
%
Potassium
92
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
1046
IU
21
%
Vitamin C
0.4
mg
0
%
Calcium
11
mg
1
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.