Carrot Cake Protein Balls

YIELD 18 balls

ACTIVE TIME 15 min

TOTAL TIME 45 min

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup raw cashews

• 3/4 cup rolled oats

• 1/2 cup dates

• 4 ounces unsweetened applesauce

• 1 serving vanilla plant-based protein powder (about 35 grams)

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/8 teaspoon cloves

• 1 carrot, grated

• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)

• 1/3 cup rolled in unsweetened coconut

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add the cashews, oats, dates, applesauce, protein powder, and spices to the food processor. Turn on until a choppy dough forms, several minutes.

2. Add the grated carrot and pecans until thoroughly mixed. The dough will appear slightly sticky.

3. Pour unsweetened shredded coconut into a bowl.

4. Roll dough into balls, roll each one in the coconut, and place on a clean cookie sheet.

5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Store uneaten balls in an airtight container in the fridge.

NUTRITION

Calories 88 Total Fat 5.2g Saturated Fat 1.1g

Trans Fat 0.0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 17mg Potassium 104mg Total Carbohydrates 8.4g Dietary Fiber 1.3g

Sugars 3.7g

Protein 3.3g