This tasty snack helps get that taste of something sweet without the addition of refined sugars, so it's great for those who are looking to reduce their sugar intake. It's packed with fibre from oats, carrots and flaxseed while also providing you with healthy fats and protein, essential for maintaining energy levels and supporting muscle repair.
Makes 8 servings | Ready in 10 minutes
Ingredients
1/2 Carrot, peeled and grated
30g Walnuts*
1 tbsp Flaxseed Meal
30g Desiccated Coconut, unsweetened*
45g Oats, rolled or instant*
1/4 tsp Ginger
1 tsp Cinnamon
40g Pitted Dates, deglet or medjool
25g Peanut Butter Powder*
20g Raisins
*Warning! Contains known allergens
Method
Step 1. Soak the dates in a very small amount of hot water for 10 minutes before whizzing them in a food processor to a paste
Step 2. Grate the carrots using the smallest/finest grater
Step 3. In a separate bowl, crush the walnuts into fine pieces
Step 4. Mix the peanut butter powder with equal amounts of water to make a paste
Step 5. Combine all of the dry ingredients with the carrot, crushed walnuts, nut butter paste, and the blended soft pitted dates. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon
Step 6. Scoop out dough and roll between your hands to form golf size balls
Step 7. Roll each ball into unsweetened desiccated coconut. Or if you prefer, use 100% cacao powder as an alternative
Step 8. Place each ball onto a plate covered with parchment paper
Step 9. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up for optimal texture before enjoying!
Chef Gino's Top Tip: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Love this recipe? Double up all of the ingredients to make a big batch for the freezer. Just remember to defrost them 2 hours before at room temperature.
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