Carrot Cake Energy Balls | High-Protein, Paleo, Vegan & Gluten-Free Snack

almond flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is less expensive and still gluten-free.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a budget-friendly nut alternative.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Agave syrup is often more affordable than maple syrup.

shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: oats

Oats can replace coconut for a similar texture at a lower cost.

Grate the carrots using a box grater until fine, using the middle side of the grater.

Measure out 1/3 cup of maple syrup and pour it into the mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl, measure out 1 cup of grated carrots and add them to the mixing bowl.

Add 1 cup of almond flour to the mixture.

Measure and add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon of ginger to the bowl.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt to the mixture.

Mix all the dry ingredients together until well combined.

Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts to the mixture and stir.

Add 1/2 cup of raisins and mix until evenly distributed.

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.

Roll each ball in shredded coconut for added texture.

Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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