Carrot Cake Protein Balls with Dates
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 105kcal
These Carrot Cake Protein Balls are the perfect no-bake quick bite heading into spring! They have the best carrot cake flavor and are just the right mix of sweet and spice. These energy bites are great for a pre-workout snack or afternoon treat, or even dessert!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted dates (240g)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (48g)
- 3/4 cup finely grated carrot (75g) about 2 medium carrots
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (60g)
- 1/4 cup almond butter (56g)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp warm water
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (30g)
Instructions
- Soak dates in warm water for 5-10 minutes if they’re not already super soft.
- Add the oats to a food processor or blender and briefly blend to break the oats down some (but not completely). Then add the rest of the ingredients (except the coconut) and blend until you form a sticky dough. Add more water 1 tsp at a time if you need.
- Scoop out dough about two tablespoons in size) and roll into balls with your hands. You can dampen your palms with a little nonstick spray to help prevent sticking. Then roll the balls in the shredded coconut.
- Keep stored in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
To make vegan: use a vegan protein powder
If your protein balls are too dry/crumbly, just add a little extra water or milk. Not all protein powders have the same consistency and some will absorb liquid more easier than others, which might cause your protein ball mixture to seem a little dry or crumbly. The best way to fix this is just add a little water or milk, about a teaspoon at a time, until they are easier to roll into balls. Add liquid slowly – you also don’t want to over due it!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 ball | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.7g | Protein: 4.7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 1g