Carrot Cake Bites

Carrot cake bites are a delightful and convenient way to enjoy the classic flavors of carrot cake in a bite-sized, portable form. These delectable treats are made with a base of shredded carrots, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness, all rolled into a bite-sized ball and often coated with a creamy icing or a dusting of powdered sugar. The result is a moist, flavorful snack that captures the essence of carrot cake in a convenient, handheld form.

Carrot Cake Bites
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 15 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 35 mins

Servings:

14

Yield:

14 carrot cake bites

Ingredients

15 pitted Deglet Noor dates
5 medium dried apricots
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
¼ cup toasted almond butter
2 tablespoons flax seed meal
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Combine dates and apricots in a small measuring cup or bowl. Add enough hot water to cover and allow fruit to soak for 15 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Drain dates and apricots and add to the bowl of a food processor. Add carrots, walnuts, coconut flakes, almond butter, flax meal, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Pulse, scraping down the sides frequently, until mixture comes together to form a mostly smooth, sticky dough, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough using a lightly greased tablespoon measure. Roll into balls with lightly greased hands.

Step 4

Place bites into an airtight container and freeze until set, at least 1 hour. Keep stored in the freezer.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

142

Calories

10g

Fat

13g

Carbs

3g

Protein

Complement

These carrot cake bites are perfect for those who love the taste of carrot cake but prefer a smaller portion size or are on the go. They make for a great snack or dessert option that can be easily enjoyed at home, at work, or on the move. With the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, these little treats are sure to satisfy any craving for carrot cake while offering a convenient and mess-free snacking experience. Whether enjoyed as a quick pick-me-up during the day or as a sweet ending to a meal, carrot cake bites are a delightful option for anyone who loves the comforting flavors of carrot cake.