Wendy Maddden
Carrot Cake Energy Balls
I made these as an Easter “dessert” and brought them to the family gathering. They were quite popular! Small and FULL of flavor! The secret is using fresh ginger (and a touch more than called for ;) ) They are wheat, dairy, and refined sugar -free. They also make a great pre and/or post workout snack.
I found the recipe at natalieshealth.com and “pinned” it in one of my Pinterest files for the future. They will certainly make my baking list! OH, did I say “baking”??? These don’t need baking! Just mix, form into little balls, roll in the finely shredded coconut (or not), and put them in the fridge. I “flash freeze” them and then store them in the freezer for longer storage. But, who am I kidding? They won’t last long!
Ingredients:
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12 Medjool dates
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1 cup rolled oats
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½ cup walnuts
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½ cup carrot finely grated (about one small carrot)
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1 tablespoon chia seeds
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2 teaspoon fresh ginger finely grated
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup shredded coconut for dusting
Instructions:
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Remove the pits from dates and soak them in hot water for several minutes. When the dates are softened, drain them and place in the food processor. Save the water.
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Add the other ingredients to a food processor and blend until mixture turns into a dough-like consistency. Add 1 tablespoon of water in which you have soaked the dates if the mixture is too dry.
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With a small spoon, scoop the mixture and roll it into balls. Roll the balls in shredded coconut and place on the sheet.
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Place in the refrigerator to harden for 15 minutes.