Description
These gluten-free carrot cake energy balls are a healthy and delicious treat, perfect for holidays or any time you need a quick energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
- For a sweeter treat, add 1-2 tablespoons of raisins or dried cranberries.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These can be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: Approximately 100-120
- Sugar: Approximately 6-8g
- Sodium: Approximately 30-50mg
- Fat: Approximately 5-7g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 0.5-1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 10-12g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 3-4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
