Paleo Carrot Cake Energy Balls
Who says carrot cake can’t be a snack? These Paleo Carrot Cake Energy Balls take the delicious dessert and transform it into a healthy, portable bite. Packed with spices, sweet carrots, and a little nutty crunch, they’ll make you feel like you’re cheating—without actually cheating. Perfect for that midday slump, a post-workout refuel, or just when you need something to shove in your mouth while pretending you’re being healthy. Bonus: no oven required. Get your carrot cake fix, minus the guilt, because life’s too short to skip dessert… or energy balls.
Paleo Carrot Cake Energy Balls
Paleo Carrot Cake Energy Balls combine the flavors of your favorite dessert with the nutrition of a healthy snack. They’re easy, satisfying, and require zero baking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- ¼ cup shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine grated carrots, oats, almond butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, and sea salt.
- Pulse until the mixture sticks together but still has some texture.
- Roll the mixture into 12–14 balls using your hands or a spoon.
- Roll each ball in shredded coconut for that extra “I’m fancy” look.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Enjoy right away or store them in an airtight container for later.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 140
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 90%
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 4%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes & Tips:
- These energy balls freeze wonderfully for meal prep.
- Add chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture.
- You can roll them in cocoa powder instead of coconut for a different twist.
- For a bit more protein, throw in some protein powder to the mixture.
- If you’re feeling rebellious, add a few dark chocolate chips for that extra treat.
