Description
These Carrot Cake Bites are a delicious and healthy snack that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Made with wholesome ingredients and packed with flavor, these bites are easy to make and great for a quick energy boost.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coconut flour (sub with almond flour)
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 4 pitted dates (softened)*
- 1 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 2 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/3 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
Coating:
- 1/2 cup coconut butter (sub with white chocolate if preferred)
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrot Cake Bites: In a food processor, combine pecans, almonds, and coconut flour. Process until finely ground.
- Add dates, maple syrup, coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, and shredded carrots. Process for about 2-3 minutes until sticky dough is formed.
- Include shredded coconut and process until combined.
- Form the carrot cake dough into 1 tbsp bites and coat in chopped pecans if desired.
- Coat with Coconut Butter: Optionally melt coconut butter over low heat and glaze the carrot cake bites. Let them dry on parchment paper and refrigerate.
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- *Soften dates in hot water for about 10 minutes. Squeeze out any excess liquid before using in the recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: Approx. 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
