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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Snacks » No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites (1 bowl!)

    ★★★★★ from 4 reviews

    No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites (1 bowl!)

    Published Mar 15, 2016 · Modified Mar 15, 2023 · by Alexis Joseph · 28 Comments

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    Easy homemade Carrot Cake Protein Bites! A healthy snack with no oil, flour, and or refined sugar. Made with nourishing ingredients like oats, coconut and almond butter with the fun flavor carrot cake! Portable, vegan, gluten free, and kid friendly. 

    No-Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bars are free of refined sugar, oil, and flour...the perfect afternoon vegan + gluten-free snack!

    I can't stop with the healthy snacks made with oats! If you've made my Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal or Carrot Banana Bread, you know that my carrot cake obsession runs deep.

    Fun fact: did you you know carrots were the official wartime substitute for ice cream? Like, a big honking carrot on a stick. And it was called ice cream.

    And all the children ate it, because that's all they knew. British children born before the war didn't know what ice cream was until the country returned to peace! Crazy.

    For more protein-packed no bake snacks, check out my Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bites, Matcha Energy Bites, and Mint Chocolate Energy Bites!

    No-Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bars are free of refined sugar, oil, and flour...the perfect afternoon vegan + gluten-free snack!

    Ingredients

    • Old fashioned (or rolled) oats are the base. Use certified gluten free oats if needed. Steer clear of steel cut (save those for my Healthy Overnight Steel Cut Oats) since this is strictly an old fashioned rolled oats recipe.
    • Maple syrup is my favorite naturally-derived liquid sweetener, but honey also works.
    • Ground flaxseed is great for a boost of fiber and brain-boosting omega-3 fats. You can use chia seeds.
    • Spices + salt: A mix of Saigon cinnamon, ground ginger, and nutmeg for classic carrot cake vibes. You can also add a pinch of cloves. Salt is important for flavor and helps bring out the sweetness.
    • Egg helps bind everything together.
    • Orange juice is key for lending natural sweetness, tang, and brightness. Don't skip it!
    • Milk: any kind works...the richer the milk, the richer the oatmeal will be. I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk.
    • Butter adds flavor and richness. Salted or unsalted melted butter both work. You can also use vegan butter or coconut oil.
    • Grated carrot because....carrot cake! I use large, peeled carrots that are freshly grated versus the store-bought kind which tend to be less moist.
    Carrot Cake Protein Bars are free of refined sugar, oil, and flour...the perfect afternoon vegan + gluten-free snack!

    How to make

    1. Soak raisins so they plump up.
    2. Combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.
    3. Add wet ingredients plus carrots and raisins. Stir to combine (I use my hands!)
    4. Roll into 20 balls.  Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator or freezer for optimal texture!

    Variations

    • Add walnuts: Great crunch! Walnuts are another excellent addition for omega-3 fats while adding crunch. You can use pecans, too. Toast them for even more flavor.
    • Add raisins: For a pop of color, chew, and sweetness. Dried cherries would also be great.
    • More protein: Add ¼ cup hemp seeds or an extra scoop of protein powder.
    • No added sugar: Swap the maple syrup for date paste.
    Carrot Cake Protein Bars are free of refined sugar, oil, and flour...the perfect afternoon vegan + gluten-free snack!

    How to store

    Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 10 days. I like them right out of the freezer, too!

    I hope you're as obsessed with this fun recipe as I am!

    I'd be super grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a quick star rating and review below. Comments mean the world to me and your honest feedback helps me to continue to share recipes you'll crave!

    God bless America and ice cream. I mean carrots.

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    protein bars with carrots

    No Bake Carrot Cake Bites (1 bowl!)

    ★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 mins
    • Yield: 20 bites 1x
    • Category: Snacks
    • Method: No Bake
    • Cuisine: Snack
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    Easy no bake Carrot Cake Bites! A healthy snack with no oil, flour, and or refined sugar. Made with nourishing ingredients like oats, coconut and almond butter with the fun flavor carrot cake! Portable, vegan, gluten free, and kid friendly. 


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • ¼ cup raisins (optional)
    • 1 ½ cups oat flour (or make your own by grinding oats in the food processor)
    • ¼ cup ground flaxseed
    • ½ cup vanilla plant-based protein powder
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • ½ tsp ground ginger
    • pinch of nutmeg
    • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
    • ½ cup creamy almond butter (the drippy kind)
    • ¼ cup almond milk
    • ¼ cup maple syrup (or brown rice syrup, honey, etc)
    • 1 cup shredded carrot (from 2-3 carrots)

    Instructions

    1. Place raisins in a bowl. Cover with water and let them soak to plump up.
    2. Place oat flour, flax, protein powder, coconut, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
    3. Add almond butter, almond milk, pure maple syrup, carrot and raisins. Using your hands, stir mixture until fully combined. Add a splash more almond milk necessary.
    4. Roll into 20 balls.  Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator or freezer for optimal texture. 

    Notes

    *photos resemble bars but recipe has been updated to reflect rolling into balls

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    About Alexis Joseph


    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Lauren says

      March 05, 2019 at 10:04 am

      Delicious!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Lauren says

      March 05, 2019 at 10:04 am

      Delicious!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

      March 17, 2016 at 3:02 pm

      Hellooooo protein bars of my dreams. My family always jokes with me that I'm the only one with good eyesight because I ate so many carrots as a kids - veggies rock, don't they? I'm not religious but I'll take any excuse to eat carrot cake everything.

      Reply
    4. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

      March 17, 2016 at 3:02 pm

      Hellooooo protein bars of my dreams. My family always jokes with me that I'm the only one with good eyesight because I ate so many carrots as a kids - veggies rock, don't they? I'm not religious but I'll take any excuse to eat carrot cake everything.

      Reply
    5. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      March 16, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      i dont celebrate easter but love the idea of carrot cake in the form of protein bar 😛

      Reply
    6. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      March 16, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      i dont celebrate easter but love the idea of carrot cake in the form of protein bar 😛

      Reply
    7. Courtney says

      March 16, 2016 at 1:32 am

      YUM!! I love me some carrots 😉 Can't wait to try!

      Reply
    8. Courtney says

      March 16, 2016 at 1:32 am

      YUM!! I love me some carrots 😉 Can't wait to try!

      Reply
    9. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      March 15, 2016 at 12:01 pm

      Love the dash of history! I am always on the hunt for a new bar recipe and these look awesome. Great that they have protein too. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    10. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      March 15, 2016 at 12:01 pm

      Love the dash of history! I am always on the hunt for a new bar recipe and these look awesome. Great that they have protein too. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    11. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:40 am

      mmm these look so good! i can substitute these for my carrot sticks and hummus... right?? thanks for sharing your crazy carrot facts with us haha!

      Reply
    12. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:40 am

      mmm these look so good! i can substitute these for my carrot sticks and hummus... right?? thanks for sharing your crazy carrot facts with us haha!

      Reply
    13. Heather@hungryforbalance says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:33 am

      Carrots as ice cream, huh? I can dig it! I think I would rather have one of these beauties though...

      Reply
    14. Heather@hungryforbalance says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:33 am

      Carrots as ice cream, huh? I can dig it! I think I would rather have one of these beauties though...

      Reply
    15. Mandy says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:30 am

      We pulled the same carrot trick on our dog, we call them treats and he is crazy for them. We always have a giant bag of carrots in the fridge to treat him, but it's nice because I always have carrots when a delicious recipe like this comes along, too!

      Reply
    16. Mandy says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:30 am

      We pulled the same carrot trick on our dog, we call them treats and he is crazy for them. We always have a giant bag of carrots in the fridge to treat him, but it's nice because I always have carrots when a delicious recipe like this comes along, too!

      Reply
    17. Caitlyn @SoDamnGood says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:42 am

      I am SUCH a sucker for carrot cake that I cannot wait to try these! Might even have to make my wedding cake a carrot one ... 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        March 05, 2019 at 10:06 am

        YES--you must give these a whirl! Love them for quick snacking.

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    18. Caitlyn @SoDamnGood says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:42 am

      I am SUCH a sucker for carrot cake that I cannot wait to try these! Might even have to make my wedding cake a carrot one ... 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        March 05, 2019 at 10:06 am

        YES--you must give these a whirl! Love them for quick snacking.

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    19. Sam @ Barrister's Beet says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:23 am

      These look awesome! Can't wait to try them. They're the perfect early spring treat. I'm sure they will be amazing like all of your recipes : )

      Reply
    20. Sam @ Barrister's Beet says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:23 am

      These look awesome! Can't wait to try them. They're the perfect early spring treat. I'm sure they will be amazing like all of your recipes : )

      Reply
    21. Chelsea@RunningWithaWhisk says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:21 am

      Ha! Your carrot history cracks me up. I love this idea for an Easter recipe. I love the simplicity and wholesome ingredients. No one needs all that neon crapola at the stores right now!

      Reply
    22. Chelsea@RunningWithaWhisk says

      March 15, 2016 at 9:21 am

      Ha! Your carrot history cracks me up. I love this idea for an Easter recipe. I love the simplicity and wholesome ingredients. No one needs all that neon crapola at the stores right now!

      Reply
    23. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

      March 15, 2016 at 7:47 am

      These bars speak to my soul because I'm basically a rabbit...haha! I can't believe carrots used to be "ice cream"! What an awful farce for little kids...thank god for people like Ben and Jerry's!

      Reply
    24. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

      March 15, 2016 at 7:47 am

      These bars speak to my soul because I'm basically a rabbit...haha! I can't believe carrots used to be "ice cream"! What an awful farce for little kids...thank god for people like Ben and Jerry's!

      Reply
    25. Sarah @ BucketListTummy says

      March 15, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Who knew carrots had such a fun history? Although I will say, comparing carrots on a stick to ice cream is beyond me. I would be one sad kid. This recipe looks delish!

      Reply
    26. Sarah @ BucketListTummy says

      March 15, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Who knew carrots had such a fun history? Although I will say, comparing carrots on a stick to ice cream is beyond me. I would be one sad kid. This recipe looks delish!

      Reply

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