No-bake carrot cake bliss balls—dates, walnuts, oats and warming spices for a wholesome, grab-and-go snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup raw walnuts
02 - 1 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats if required)
03 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 10–12)
04 - 1/2 cup finely grated carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
→ Spices & Flavor
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Mix-ins
10 - 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
11 - 1/4 cup raisins
12 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or additional walnuts
# How To Make It:
01 - Place the walnuts and rolled oats in a food processor and pulse until finely ground and uniform in texture.
02 - Add the pitted dates and finely grated carrot to the processor along with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt and vanilla; process until the mixture forms a sticky, cohesive mass.
03 - If the mixture appears dry or crumbly, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water and pulse again until it holds together when pressed.
04 - Transfer the base mixture to a bowl, stir in the shredded coconut, raisins and chopped nuts if using, or pulse briefly in the processor to incorporate evenly.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll between your palms to form even balls, pressing gently to remove air pockets.
06 - If desired, roll each ball in additional shredded coconut or finely chopped nuts to coat.
07 - Arrange the balls in a single layer in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm; store in the refrigerator up to one week or freeze up to two months.
