No-Bake Chia Carrot Cake Balls
No-bake chia carrot cake bites made with dates, oats, and warm spices. A healthy, naturally sweetened snack perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or lunchboxes.
Servings: 11
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 medium carrots shredded, or finely chopped (about 4 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground 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.
Notes
Serving size: 2 no-bake chia carrot cake balls
WW Points: 3
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3 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Recipe Tips & Notes
- Blot shredded carrots with a paper towel to reduce excess moisture
- If your mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon or two of oats before rolling
- If it’s too dry, add 1–2 teaspoons of water or extra vanilla
- These firm up nicely after chilling
Nutrition
Serving: 2chia carrot cake balls | Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 3.2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1876IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg