No-bake chia carrot cake energy bites mix up in minutes and with no added sugar, are a naturally sweet treat with just 96 calories per serving.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time0 minutesmins
Chill Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Servings: 11
Calories: 96
Author: Peter | Simple Nourished Living
Ingredients
1cuppitted Medjool dates
½cupold-fashioned rolled oats
¼cupchopped walnuts
¼cupchia seeds
2mediumcarrots shredded, or finely chopped (about 4 ounces)
1teaspoonvanilla extract
¾teaspoonground cinnamon
½teaspoonground ginger
¼teaspoonground turmeric
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
Add dates, oats, walnuts and chia seeds to food processor (or high powered blender) and process until thoroughly combined.
Add the remaining ingredients (carrots, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, salt and pepper) and lightly pulse until ingredients are well mixed.
Using a scant 1 tablespoon measure, roll mixture into balls. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
Store leftover balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
My bites firmed up nicely in the refrigerator, but just after rolling they were very moist. I think this happened because the carrots released a lot of water when I finely shredded them.Next time I make them, after shredding I will blot the carrots with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture, or I may finely chop them by hand instead, before adding them to the food processor.I could have also added in a few more tablespoons of oats prior to rolling to help dry them. But they still taste great!To ensure your bites are gluten-free, be sure to use rolled oats that are labeled gluten-free.Serving size: 2 no-bake chia carrot cake ballsClick here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.3*PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
No-Bake Chia Carrot Cake Balls
Amount Per Serving (2 chia carrot cake balls)
Calories 96Calories from Fat 31
% Daily Value*
Fat 3.4g5%
Carbohydrates 16.4g5%
Fiber 3.2g13%
Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.