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Carrot Cake Energy Bites

Meat Free Monday
  • Serves: Makes 20 bites
  • Preparation: 5
  • Passive: 30
  • Ready: 35

A wholesome, naturally sweet snack inspired by classic carrot cake – ideal for lunchboxes, mid-afternoon pick-me-ups or post-workout fuel. 

Ingredients

  • 8 medjool dates 
  • 2 carrots 
  • 115 g (1 cup) walnuts  
  • 125 g (1½ cups) oats  
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder  
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • ½ cup chopped or blended walnuts or pistachios 

Method

In a food processor, blend all the ingredients, apart from the chopped nuts, for around 30 seconds. If the mixture seems too dry, add 1 tablespoon of plant milk and pulse in the food processor until it comes together.  

Line a dish or tin with parchment paper, add the carrot mix and press down with a spatula or the back of a spoon. 

Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top of the flattened carrot mixture and refrigerate to set for around 30 minutes.   

Remove from the fridge and cut into bite-sized pieces. Keep these refrigerated for up to 5 days in an airtight container. 

Additional notes

Recipe and video created for Meat Free Monday by Millie Barker

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