No-Bake Carrot Coconut Energy Balls Recipe Tastes Like Carrot Cake (6 Ingredients, 15 Minutes) Snacks Desserts Cookies Gluten-free Low Sodium Recipes

Looking for a more nutritious treat? Energy balls are perfect for healthy snacking, something sweet after dinner, lunch boxes and pretty much anytime. This easy carrot coconut energy balls recipe takes no time to make – and no baking required. These moist energy balls are like a more nutritious carrot cake (check out all the health benefits of carrots)!

Pop one of these delicious carrot and walnut energy balls into your mouth as an energizing snack. These carrot cake cookie balls are simple to make. They'll satisfy any sweet tooth with their dates, cinnamon and coconut, but the addition of carrots and walnuts (check out all the health benefits of walnuts) also offers a gluten-free burst of energy when you need one.

To make this nutritious energy snack recipe you will need Medjool dates, chopped walnuts, unsweetened coconut flakes, grated carrots, cinnamon and ground ginger. The additional coconut flakes and chia seeds for rolling are optional. These tasty treats are ready in only about 15 minutes!

Store these low-sodium, nutritious, delicious date balls in the refrigerator for breakfast on the go, or for a quick afternoon snack. Keep some on hand for when you need a quick pick-me-up. Swap them in for a more nutritious dessert! If you enjoy this energy ball recipe, be sure to try these, too:

• peanut butter energy balls
• matcha snack bites
• blueberry brownie energy balls  
• apple pie energy balls

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 18 

Ingredients

• 10 pitted Medjool dates
• 2 cups chopped walnuts
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (divided)
• 1/2 cup packed grated carrots, squeezed dry
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• unsweetened coconut flakes or chia seeds, for rolling (optional)

Recipe Notes

• The amount of energy balls depends on the size of the balls you make.
• Not a fan of walnuts? Try pecans instead.
• The additional unsweetened coconut flakes and chia seeds for rolling are optional (but fun!).
• Refrigerate the energy balls in an airtight container. They also make a great gift

Here's how to make it: 

1. Put the dates and walnuts into a blender. Pulse, scraping down the sides occasionally, until the mixture is chopped and sticks together. 
2. Add 2/3 cup coconut flakes, carrot, cinnamon and ginger. Pulse until thoroughly combined. 
3. Stir in the remaining coconut. 
4. Form into balls. Roll in coconut flakes or chia seeds, if desired. Refrigerate until ready to eat.

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