Description

These Healthy No-Bake Carrot Energy Bites are a nutritious and delicious snack made with shredded raw carrots, medjool dates, nuts, oats, and warming spices. They are naturally sweet, packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and require no baking—just simple blending and mixing. Rolled in shredded coconut and chilled to set, they are perfect for a quick energy boost or a wholesome treat any time of the day.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Fruits

1 cup raw carrots, shredded
10 medjool dates, pitted and halved

Nuts & Seeds

1/2 cup raw pecans
1/2 cup raw walnuts
2 tbsp chia seeds

Grains & Spices

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
Sprinkle of sea salt

Coating & Serving

Shredded coconut to cover
Plain Greek yogurt (for serving)
Creamy peanut butter (for serving)

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Instructions

Prepare Carrots: Wash and peel 1 to 2 carrots depending on size. Roughly chop them and process in a food processor to shred finely. Transfer the shredded carrots to a large mixing bowl.
Process Dates and Nuts: Halve and pit the medjool dates. In the food processor, combine dates, pecans, walnuts, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and a sprinkle of sea salt. Pulse until the nuts are broken down into tiny pieces but not completely powdery. Add this mixture to the mixing bowl with the shredded carrots.
Mix Dry Ingredients: To the mixing bowl, add rolled oats and chia seeds. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly with a large spoon. If the mixture feels too dry or crumbly to bind, add a few tablespoons of water to help it stick.
Form Energy Bites: Using a spoon, scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball roughly the size of a ping-pong ball. If desired, roll each ball in shredded coconut to coat.
Set in Freezer: Arrange the energy bites on a baking sheet, spaced apart to prevent sticking. Place them in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to set. These can be stored frozen for longer shelf life.
Serve: When ready to eat, enjoy the energy bites plain or with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and creamy peanut butter on the side for extra creaminess and protein.

Notes

Use fresh medjool dates for best natural sweetness and texture.
If mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up before rolling.
Energy bites can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Feel free to substitute nuts with almonds or cashews based on preference or allergies.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for additional spice flavor if desired.