Carrot Cake Energy Bites
These carrot cake energy balls are made with dates, oats, almond butter, and shredded carrots for a soft, naturally sweetened, no-bake snack. Perfect for toddlers, snack time, or an easy grab-and-go option.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates about 8-10 dates
- ½ cup almond butter
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup finely shredded carrots
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
Instructions
- If your dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 5-10 minutes, then drain.
- Add dates, almond butter, oats, and pumpkin pie spice to a food processor.
- Blend until a sticky dough forms. Fold in finely shredded carrots.
- Roll into small bite-sized balls (about 1-2 tablespoons each).
- Place on a plate or tray and chill for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Notes
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Notes
If you make this recipe, don’t forget to TAG ME in your creations on social media @toddlerdietitiantiff! I love seeing how you and your little ones enjoy them!- Dough should be soft but not super sticky, adjust as needed:
- too sticky - add 1-2 tablespoon oats
- too dry - add 1-2 more dates or splashes of water
- Chill time helps make rolling much easier.
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