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No-Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bites

These no-bake carrot cake protein bites are a quick, portable snack with the delightful flavors of carrot cake, perfect for a healthy treat or post-workout refuel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots Fresh, finely grated for moisture. Substitute with grated zucchini for a milder option.
  • 1/2 cup oat flour Gives structure; substitute with almond flour or all-purpose flour.
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup Main sweetener; can substitute with honey or brown rice syrup.
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger Adds bright, warm spice.
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom Fragrant, omit if you dislike floral spices.
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon Classic carrot-cake warmth.
  • 2 tbsp cashew butter Creamy binder, substitute with almond or peanut butter.
  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder Adds protein; choose plant or whey-based.
  • pinch nutmeg Subtle warm background note.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt Tang and moisture; substitute with coconut yogurt for dairy-free.
  • 1/3 cup light cream cheese Frosting base; substitute with dairy-free options.
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup For frosting.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Amplifies sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine shredded carrots, oat flour, 3 tbsp maple syrup, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cashew butter, vanilla protein powder, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir until evenly incorporated into a sticky dough.
  2. If the mixture is too wet, add 1 tbsp oat flour at a time until it holds together and can be rolled.
  3. Scoop roughly 1 tbsp of the mixture and roll into a tight ball. Repeat until about 9 balls are formed.
  4. Place the rolled bites on a plate and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to firm up.
  5. For frosting, whisk together cream cheese, Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Top each bite with frosting and refrigerate for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months, thaw before enjoying.