Carrot Cake Protein Balls
If you love the flavor of carrot cake, you’re going to love these carrot cake protein balls! A nutrient-packed, healthy treat made with many of the same ingredients as your favorite dessert.
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Food processor
- Cookie scoop
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 8 medjool dates pitted
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 cup shredded carrot
- ¼ cup almond butter
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup oat flour
- 1 heaping tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch sea salt
- Unsweetened shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Blend: add the dates, raisins, and walnuts to the bowl of a food processor and blend until it sticks together in a ball. Add the rest of the ingredients (shredded carrots, protein powder, almond butter, oat flour, and spices). Pulse until dough forms.. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Shape: Use a tablespoon or medium cookie scoop to form them into 1.5 inch balls then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roll in Coconut: Add the shredded coconut to a small plate and roll each protein ball into the shredded coconut to coat well. Store in an airtight container for up to one week or in the freezer for up to one month.
Nutrition
Serving: 2g | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g