No Bake Carrot Cake Bites (Print version)
Spiced, naturally sweet bites with oats, walnuts, pecans, carrots, and dates.
# What you'll need:
→ Base
01 -
02 -
03 -
04 -
05 -
06 -
07 -
08 -
→ Spices
09 -
10 -
11 -
12 -
→ Optional Add-Ins
13 -
14 -
15 -
→ For Rolling
16 -
# Method:
01 - Add oats, walnuts, and pecans to a food processor. Pulse until finely ground.
02 - Add shredded carrots, dates, shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Process until the mixture is sticky and holds together when pressed, scraping down sides as needed.
03 - Transfer mixture to a bowl and fold in raisins, chocolate chips, or chia seeds if using.
04 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls with your hands.
05 - Roll each bite in shredded coconut if desired for a textured coating.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- You get all the cozy spiced comfort of carrot cake without an hour of baking time
- Theyre naturally sweet from dates and maple syrup, no refined sugar needed
- The texture is chewy and satisfying, like little bites of raw cookie dough
02 -
- Medjool dates are softer and stickier than other varieties. Deglet Noor dates will work but you might need to soak them first.
- If your mixture refuses to hold together, add another teaspoon of maple syrup and pulse again.
- Warm hands make rolling easier. Rinse them under warm water and dry thoroughly before shaping.
03 -
- Grate your carrots by hand instead of buying pre-shredded. The finer texture makes a huge difference in how well the bites hold together.
- Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes before rolling. The oats absorb some moisture and make shaping much easier.