Carrot Cake Protein Balls

Directions

  1. 1Combine the raw cake ingredients in a food processor until the mixture is firm.
  2. 2Roll into balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
  3. 3Chill in the freezer while you make the icing.
  4. 4Place all the icing ingredients into a blender and combine until the mixture is smooth.
  5. 5Add a little warm water as needed if the consistency isn't smooth enough.
  6. 6Coat the truffles with the icing and place them back on the baking sheet.
  7. 7Garnish with shredded carrots and chopped walnuts if desired.
  8. 8Chill in the freezer until you are ready to serve them.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup dates
  • 3 tbsp oats
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup cashews (soaked for about 30 minutes)
  • 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tbsp warm water (as needed to help blend)
  • 3 tbsp warm water (as needed to help blend)

Equipment

food processorlined baking sheetfreezerblender

Tips

  • Add a little warm water as needed if the icing consistency isn't smooth enough.
  • Garnish with shredded carrots and chopped walnuts if desired.