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.